Intern - Government Affairs Public Policy/Supplier Diversity at Magna International, Inc. in Troy, Michigan

Job Description:

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:




The Government Affairs function within Magna International provides economic and workforce development, public affairs, and lobbying services to Magna's groups and divisions. It serves as a central resource for global public policy makers, government officials, industry organizations, and community leaders. The public policy team within Government Affairs leads and manages policy development and advocacy on behalf of the corporation with key public stakeholders at the local, state, federal and international government levels.




Individuals with an awareness of government, political structures, and the automotive industry are encouraged to apply.





Duties/Responsibilities:

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  Provide daily support to the Executive Director of Government Affairs, Senior Manager of Government Affairs, and Government Affairs Coordinators;
  


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  Monitor and track legislation, legislative committees, and hearings;
  


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  Conduct policy research and analysis, including statutes and pending legislation;
  


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  Monitor and track executive orders and directives;
  


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  Monitor and track agency actions and rule promulgation;
  


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  Report and letter writing, including position letters to agencies, departments, and legislators;
  


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  Update reports, documents, and databases.
  


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  Assist in scheduling, meeting logistics and preparation, and event planning;
  


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  Assist with Government Affairs department projects as assigned.
  

Qualifications:

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  Some related experience preferred.
  

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  Strong interest in the lawmaking process and political system.
  


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  Must be able to juggle multiple priorities and tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  


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  Excellent written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills.
  


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  Must be able to work effectively both independently and with a team.
  

Education:

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  High school diploma.
  


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  Currently attending a college or university.
  

Knowledge/Skills:

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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and virtual communication platforms (Microsoft Teams, WebEx, Zoom).
  


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  Professional communication skills (written and verbal).
  


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  Strong technical and analytical competence in select areas of policy, including tax, mobility, trade, and workforce development.
  

Work Environment:

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  Position could require local travel, up to 25%, as necessary.
  

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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.




Worker Type:



Student / Co-Op




Group:



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