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Ford Announces Plans to Hire 2,200 Salaried Employees

January 11, 2013 by admin 1 Comment

The U.S. auto industry has been in a hiring mood of late with job announcements made from Honda, Nissan, General Motors, Volkswagen and Toyota coming out in just the past few months. The Ford Motor Company should also be named among the car manufacturers that are hiring as it announced today that it would bring on 2,200 salaried workers in 2013. That announcement follows on the heels of other hiring initiatives conducted by Ford throughout 2012.

Hiring Spree

Ford says that its planned salaried worker hiring spree represents its largest one in more than a decade. The company cites increased demand for its products and a need to fill critical openings in engineering and other areas. Ford added more than 8,100 hourly and salaried positions in the United States in 2012, as part of its campaign to hire 12,000 new hourly workers by 2015. Ford signed an agreement with the UAW in 2011 to add assembly line workers.

Ford Motor CompanyJohn Hinrichs, Ford president of the Americas, credits the company’s One Ford plan for creating profitable growth or the engine that is leading to the current hiring spate. One Ford is an initiative announced by Ford management in 2008 to share more models across its markets, especially by bringing several European models to the North American market. Those models include Transit Connect, Focus, Fiesta, Escape and C-Max models, enabling Ford to spread its costs globally.

Ford Sales

Ford’s U.S. sales rose by 2 percent last year, but the company lost market share. However, the company still sees strong growth in the Asia-Pacific market and expects its U.S. sales to climb in 2013 on the strength of several new Ford and Lincoln models. Ford is also working diligently to offset deep losses in Europe, a market that is currently in steep economic decline. In Europe, Ford continues to cut jobs and is consolidating its manufacturing capacity.

Nearly three-quarters of the new Ford jobs will come in three areas: product development, manufacturing and information technology. The company is making its current job announcements through social media, utilizing Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter to get the word out. Ford is also targeting military veterans as possible future employees. You can learn about Fords U.S. openings on its People & Careers page as well.

Employment Opportunities

Ford also features employee profiles and lists positions for current college students and recent graduates. The company offers Ford College Graduate, Leadership and Co-op programs, and is seeking summer interns students must have completed their junior year of college and meet other hiring criteria.

See Also — GM Announces Plans to Hire 1,000 High-Tech Workers and Ford Recruiters on Hand at Detroit Auto Show

Filed Under: Automotive News Tagged With: EMPLOYMENT, Ford Motor Company, HIRING, JOBS, SALARIED WORKERS, SOCIAL MEDIA

Michigan Automotive Engineering Internships

January 11, 2013 by admin 1 Comment

The state of Michigan remains a strong location for U.S. automotive industry jobs as the Great Lake State is home to General Motors, the Ford Motor Company and the Chrysler Group. Other OEMs have a presence in the state and numerous automotive suppliers have manufacturing facilities or offices in Michigan.

Student Interns

smile man faceCollege students majoring in automotive engineering must gain hands-on experience before they finish their education. An automotive engineering internship can provide much experience with numerous opportunities available in Michigan.

Please note that the following companies have posted information about internship opportunities, details that are correct as of publication. Visit the link provided for more information and to apply:

Company: Chrysler Group LLC

Position: Automotive Design Intern Job No. 1001004

Location: Auburn Hills, Mich. at the Design Office Studios

Summary: College students pursuing a bachelors degree in automotive, product or industrial design, who have completed their sophomore year and have at least a 3.0 GPA are invited to apply. Students must be skilled in Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Alias or similar software programs and demonstrate leadership skills and initiative. Students will work in on-site design including clay sculpting, computer support, engineering and fabrication.


Company: Nexteer Automotive

Position: Summer Intern

Location: Saginaw, Mich.

Summary: Nexteer Automotive is a developer of steering and driveline systems. The company offers numerous internship and co-op opportunities for college students, with specific opportunities for students related to their area of study. Students pursuing a degree in computer, electrical, industrial and mechanical engineering as well as computer science, supply chain management and business management are invited to apply. Applicants must be full-time students with a GPA of at least 3.0. Opportunities in various departments are available.


face pretty girlCompany: U.S. Steel Corporation

Position: Intern Product Technology

Location: Troy, Mich.

Summary: Full-time college students majoring in mechanical engineering, metallurgy or material science are invited to apply. Students must be computer literate and possess excellent communication skills. This job entails working on various projects testing steel, lab operations and sample preparation. Students will also be introduced to sheet formality projects.


Company: Nissan North America

Position: Student Intern Virtual Garage

Location: Farmington Hills, Mich.

Summary: Interns will research current and future technologies to discover what digital technologies can benefit Nissan. This position is open to college students pursuing a degree in 3D design, architectural design, computer design, automotive design, mechanical engineering or other related field. Interns will work on projects involving upcoming models, make 3D models using applied technologies, and interact with vendors and Nissan departments.


college students menCompany: Volkswagen Group of America

Position: Environmental Materials Intern Job No. EEO000012

Location: Auburn Hills, Mich.

Summary: College students possessing strong technical research skills and having knowledge of government agencies and rule-making, are desired for this position. Interns will identify current legal requirements and log upcoming laws and regulations pertaining to hazardous materials and other substances. Students will work within Volkswagen and with outside groups including Canadian and American government agencies and various non-governmental groups.


Job Opportunities

Prospective interns should apply as soon as possible for available positions. Follow each company’s application process to apply.


See Also — The Average Salary of Automotive Engineers

Filed Under: Special Tagged With: CHRYSLER GROUP, COLLEGE INTERN, MICHIGAN, NEXTEER AUTOMOTIVE, NISSAN MOTORS, U.S. STEEL, VOLKSWAGEN GROUP

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