Quality Intern - Summer 2026

About the Role

Provides technical support for engineers working in areas such as design, development, testing, or manufacturing process improvement. Work pertains to electrical, electronic, or mechanical components or equipment. Requires some knowledge of engineering. Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed, selecting or adapting standard procedures or equipment.

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.
• Performs and analyzes DOE studies.
• Troubleshoots, develops, and implements solutions to design and production problems.
• Acts as liaison between test lab and project engineer (test results, timing, etc.).
• Investigates test failures and determines root cause of failures.
• Performs vibration studies and analyzes data.
• Assists with prototype builds and product development.
• Builds/reworks parts (outside mirrors, exterior door handles, light-bars, etc.).
• Performs gauge studies (KPI, capability, etc.).
• Tests and measures parts.
• Manages and maintains reports of data as directed.
• Performs other duties as necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma.
• Currently attending a college or university.
• Some related experience preferred.

Skills

• Proficient computer knowledge and skills, including 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 the job.
• Blueprint reading skills.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, update, and work on all processes/testing/customers in designated area of responsibility.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills to work in a team environment.
• Ability to lead, train, and support other staff.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills to work on complex projects independently under minimal direction.
• Advanced SPC skills to analyze, draw conclusions, and recommend a course of action.

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 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 may be required.

About Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining deep systems knowledge, MML develops unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems, and advanced automotive lighting technologies. The group's expertise lights the path to innovation, safety, and styling.

Benefits

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help 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. Your career path can be as unique as you are.