Quality Intern - Summer 2026

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: The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML’s expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling. Job Responsibilities: Position Overview Provides technical support for engineers working in such areas as design, development, testing or manufacturing process improvement. Work pertains to electrical, electronic, or mechanical components or equipment. Position requires some knowledge of engineering. Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed. Selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Performs product testing of warranty returns utilizing various test procedures and equipment. Facilitates problem solving of issues as they are found in the customer’s warranty centers. Issues, maintains and implements activities relating to corrective and/or preventative action. Provides input on causes or reasons for quality problems and recommends process changes if necessary. Assists in and/or leads customer driven root cause analysis processes (i.e. 5 Phase & 8D). Visually inspects customer part returns and determines disposition on any non-conforming product (i.e. Company or customer origin). Gathers and summarizes data for monthly quality reports. Perform and analyze DOE studies Troubleshooting/developing/implementing solutions to design and production problems Act as liaison between test lab and project engineer (test results, timing, etc.) Investigate test failures and determine root cause of failures Perform vibration studies and analyze data Assist with prototype builds Assist with product development Build/Rework Parts (Outside mirrors, exterior door handles, light-bars, etc) Perform gauge studies (KPI, capability, etc. Test and measure parts Manages / maintains reports of data as directed. Performs other duties as necessary. Qualifications: Some related experience preferred Education / Experience High School Diploma Currently Attending a College or University Special Knowledge / Skills Proficient Computer knowledge and skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Professional Communication skills (written and verbal) Strong organizational skills Demonstrated ability to work without direct supervision. Demonstrated problem solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot processes and equipment. Basic knowledge of standard work, in-process control sheets, and quality standards related to job. Blueprint reading skills Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, update, and work on all processes/testing/customers in designated area of responsibility. Demonstrated strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills to communicate with internal and external contacts and work in a team environment. Must be able to lead, train, and support other staff. Strong project management and problem-solving skills to work on complex projects independently under minimal work direction. Advanced SPC skills to analyze, draw conclusions, and recommend course of action. Physical Demands / Work Environment Employee may be regularly required to talk or listen, stand, walk, sit, stoop, crawl and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to operate in mentally and physically stressful situations. Prolonged sitting, typing and lifting up to 40 pounds. 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 Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting #J-18808-Ljbffr