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Innovation Ventures Intern - Summer 2026 at Magna… · Troy
InternshipOn-siteFull-timeTroy, MI
Skills
emerging technologiesmarket analysisinvestment diligencemicrosoft officeresearch skillscuriositycommunication skillsdetail-orientedorganizational skills
Job Description
Summary: Magna International is a leading mobility technology company focused on automotive innovation. They are seeking an Innovation Ventures Intern to support the Technology Investments team in researching and investing in startups that are shaping the future of mobility and manufacturing.
Responsibilities:
- Support full-cycle investment diligence by conducting market sizing, competitive analysis, value-proposition assessments, and business-model evaluations for active deals
- Develop strategic insights by researching emerging technologies and trends, drafting thematic briefs, and synthesizing findings into actionable recommendations for the investment roadmap
- Contribute to pipeline development by sourcing, screening, and profiling high-potential startups aligned with Magna’s focus areas
- Conduct pre-meeting research for startup intro calls, events, or conferences, prepare concise one-page summaries, join meetings, actively listen, and take structured notes
- Attend local events and conferences, capture key insights, and prepare post-event reflections or summaries for the team
Required Qualifications:
- Strong interest in emerging technologies, startups, and the future of mobility/automotive/ manufacturing
- Ability to research and learn independently; strong aptitude for synthesizing complex information into clear insights
- Highly curious, organized, and detail-oriented
- Education: Junior or Senior university student with a major in engineering; additional experience or coursework in business, finance, economics, product design, or front-end innovation is strongly valued
- Candidates pursuing a Master's in Engineering or an MBA are also welcome to apply
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong professional written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical (hardware or software) preferred
- Genuine respect for entrepreneurs and enthusiasm for working with early-stage startups
Required Skills: Emerging technologies, Market analysis, Investment diligence
Important Skills: Microsoft Office
Nice-to-Have Skills: Research skills, Curiosity, Communication skills, Detail-oriented, Organizational skills
Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Summer