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Purchasing Intern - Summer 2026

CompanyMagna International
LocationTroy
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Purchasing Intern will support continuous improvement projects for the purchasing team. Responsibilities include creating automated tools for forecasting and price tracking, reviewing sourcing cost cards, and identifying gaps in market pricing.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
41474
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. Forward. For all. Our common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange (MG) and the New York Stock Exchange (MGA). For further information about Magna, visit www.magna.com.
About the Role

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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

The Purchasing Intern assumes supports continuous improvement projects to support the team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Create automated resin forecasting / price tracking tool / Sharepoint site.

· Develop template and review sourcing cost cards from the divisions to identify gaps from best-in-class market pricing for injection molded parts.

· Create tool to provide visibility for future sourcing for the next 6-12 months to maximize sourcing leverage for the group.

· Other continuous improvements projects identified by the purchasing leadership team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Strong excel ability and working knowledge of SharePoint.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

· High School Diploma

· Currently Attending a College or University with focus on purchasing, supply chain, or MP&L field

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:

· Proficient Computer knowledge and skills, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

· Professional Communication skills (written and verbal)

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
Key Skills
ExcelSharePointMicrosoft OfficeProfessional Communication
Categories
ManufacturingLogisticsEngineering