Communications Intern

Ford Motor Company

Posted 7 days ago

Internship

Oakville, Ontario

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Communications interns will contribute to Ford's transformation and future vision through purpose-driven storytelling. They will work on project-oriented assignments across various departments such as Corporate, Employee, and Model e communications.

Qualifications

You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Journalism, Communications, or Public Relations. You possess strong writing, reporting, and digital/social media skills, along with critical thinking and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Journalism

Communications

Public Relations

Media Studies

Media Relations

English

Film Studies

writing

reporting

digital media

social media

Job Description

Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited is a national manufacturer and distributor of automobiles and automotive service parts headquartered in Oakville, Ontario and is an integral part of the international Ford Motor Company organization.

If you have the drive and want the excitement of a challenging internship, please submit your application no later than Sunday, November 8th. A resume and transcript are required as part of your application.

Candidates must be available May to August 2027 and be returning to school in the Fall.

Work Location: Oakville

Work Model: Hybrid, 4 days in office per week

We are looking for passionate, creative professionals who can engage our target audiences with innovative ideas that breakthrough in a fast-changing environment.

Ford Communications serves as accelerant for the company’s transformation, working to advance Ford’s business success and future vision through innovative, world-class communications. We seek to establish Ford as the world’s most trusted company through purpose-driven storytelling that inspires advocacy; build the Ford brand and create desire for our vehicles, experiences and technology solutions; demonstrate our drive to create value for stakeholders through Ford+; and inspire a culture of optimism, competitiveness and creative excellence among our Ford team and partners.  

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:

Communications interns will contribute to Ford's transformation and the company's future vision. They will be part of a team that aims to establish Ford as the world's most trusted company through purpose-driven storytelling. 

Internships are project-oriented and challenge you to demonstrate strategic thinking, business acumen and technical skills. Potential assignment areas for summer internships include:

  • Ford Model e Communications

  • Ford Blue & Industrial Systems Communications

  • Ford Pro Communications

  • Corporate Communications

  • Employee Communications

Qualifications

You'll Have:

Basic Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s education in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies/Media Relations, English or Film Studies

Even better you'll have...

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skill.

  • Ability to work as a member of a team

  • Initiative to deliver results

  • Strong writing, reporting and verbal communications skills

  • Strong proficiency in digital and social media tools

  • News reporting or editing experience

  • Ability to develop innovative approaches to engaging audiences

  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to cultivate relationships with colleagues with diverse backgrounds and cultures 

  • At least one relevant prior internship or work experience

  • Bilingual (English/French) is an asset


For Undergraduate students, the expected hourly pay range for this position is $22.25 - $30.12
For Graduate students, the expected hourly pay range for this position is $31.72 - $34.89.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our team.

Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.  Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.
 
Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited does not sponsor work permit application.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ford Motor Company

We don't just make history -- we make the future. Ford put the world on wheels over a century ago, and our teams are re-inventing icons and creating groundbreaking connected and electric vehicles for the next century. We believe in serving our customers, our communities, and the world. If you do, too, come move the world and make the future with us. Ford is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. From our earliest days as a pioneer of modern transportation, we have sought to make the world a better place – one that benefits lives, communities and the planet. We are here to provide the means for every person to move and pursue their dreams, serving as a bridge between personal freedom and the future of mobility. In that pursuit, our 186,000 employees around the world help to set the pace of innovation every day. Privacy Policy: https://www.ford.com/help/privacy/
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