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Magna International Hiring Student Intern – Engineering in Highland Park, IL ($15–$20/Hour)

On: August 11, 2026 4:49 PM
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Are you a student looking to gain practical engineering experience while working with a global automotive technology company? Magna International is hiring a Student Intern – Engineering in Highland Park, Illinois, offering an excellent opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge to real-world engineering projects and build valuable industry experience.

Job Overview

Job DetailInformation
Company NameMagna International
RoleStudent Intern – Engineering
QualificationCurrently pursuing a degree in Engineering or a related field
Job LocationHighland Park, Illinois, USA
Salary$15–$20 per hour
Work TypeOn-site
Job TypeInternship
Job LevelStudent / Entry Level
IndustryAutomotive / Manufacturing / Engineering

Job Description

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Job Responsibilities:

Your Responsibilities

  • Summer project: develop and maintain an excel spreadsheet that tracks day-to-day Engineering activities.
  • Performs administration duties including but not limited to filing, copying, and faxing/scanning
  • Observes manufacturing processes and equipment design
  • Accounting work to include filling out forms with part numbers and their corresponding cost.
  • Evaluates production and equipment problems and confer with management for improvement
  • Generate electronic Engineering tracking matrixes

Who We Are Looking For

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience

  • High School Diploma
  • Currently enrolled in an Engineering Program or related field

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Good written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Team oriented, communicates well with others and able to interact with people at all levels and departments.
  • Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.
  • Proficient with Word, Excel and PowerPoint software.

Selection Process

  • Application Submission – Submit your application and resume through the official job portal.
  • Application Screening – The recruitment team reviews your qualifications and academic background.
  • Initial Interview – Selected candidates may be contacted for an introductory interview.
  • Technical/Team Interview – Candidates may discuss their engineering knowledge, projects, and relevant skills.
  • Final Selection – Magna evaluates candidates based on qualifications, experience, and role fit.
  • Offer & Onboarding – The selected candidate receives an internship offer and completes the onboarding process.

How to Apply

  • Visit the Magna International careers website.
  • Search for “Student Intern – Engineering” in Highland Park, IL.
  • Review the job requirements and eligibility criteria.
  • Prepare an updated resume highlighting your engineering education, projects, coursework, and technical skills.
  • Submit your application through the official careers portal.
  • Monitor your email for interview and application updates.

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