Materials Intern - Summer 2026

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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
Magna is more than one of the world's largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.
Job Responsibilities:
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a Materials Planning Intern at Magna AIM Systems, you will play a vital role in supporting materials planning, data management and supplier communication. This internship provides hands-on experience in logistics operations, KPI reporting and packaging data collection within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. The role offers valuable exposure to supply chain coordination, data analytics and process improvement activities that drive efficiency across the plant.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:• Assist in the development and expansion of the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) to improve material flow and inventory accuracy.• Collect and organize material, packaging and supplier data to support PFEP and logistics planning.• Maintain accurate information related to part routing, container sizes and delivery frequencies.• Support enhancement to existing Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data reporting for logistics and materials performance.• Conduct data collection from suppliers, including updates to contact information and packaging's geometry details.• Participate in logistic improvement projects focused on optimizing material flow, packaging utilization and data accuracy.• Assist in updating and maintaining documentation for logistics procedures and work instructions,• Work cross-functionally with Materials, Purchasing and Production teams to support supply chain efficiency.
QUALIFICATIONS:• Strong analytical and organizational skills with a focus on data accuracy.• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collectively within a team environment.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Engineering, Business or a related field.• Coursework or project experience in materials management, logistics planning or data analysis preferred.• Familiarity with manufacturing or automotive environments is an asset.
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:• Proficient Computer knowledge and skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)• Basic understanding of PFEP, KPI metrics and supply chain processes.• Exposure to ERP Systems preferred.• Knowledge of packaging data, inventory control or supplier communication processes beneficial.• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in reporting and documentation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:• Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer.
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Notice regarding the use of AI:
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system.
These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.
Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Student / Co-Op
Group:
Magna Corporate