Automotive Jobs in Tennessee with J-1 Sponsorship

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:

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities:

The Recruiting Intern will support the HR team with day-to-day recruiting activities, candidate coordination, and talent acquisition operations. This role provides hands-on exposure to sourcing strategies, applicant tracking systems, interview scheduling, and data-driven hiring processes. The intern will work closely with recruiters and hiring managers while gaining real-world experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Who we are looking for:

Preferred candidates will be individuals who can work on their feet for extended periods, are willing to work overtime and weekends as needed, and are adaptable to a fast-paced retail environment.

Intern timeline: 3-6 Months

Pay: $20.34 - $25.11 an hour - Depends on grade level

Responsibilities:

• Assist with posting job openings on internal and external job boards
• Screen resumes and applications for hourly positions
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers
• Communicate with candidates regarding application status and next steps
• Support sourcing efforts through job boards and career fairs
• Maintain and update candidate information in the applicant tracking system (ATS)
• Help track and report recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill and applicant flow
• Assist with onboarding preparation, including pre-employment documentation and new hire communication
• Partner with hiring managers to ensure a smooth and efficient hiring process
• Support employer branding initiatives and recruiting events
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations throughout the hiring process

Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to interact effectively with candidates, employees, and hiring managers at all levels

Qualifications

• Strong interest in recruiting, talent acquisition, or HR within a manufacturing environment
• Basic understanding of HR principles and employment practices preferred
• Experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) or HR systems is a plus
• Previous internship, campus involvement, or work experience in a professional setting preferred
• Advanced Excel, BI, Microsoft applications
• Must live within 50 mile radius
• Must be able to be in office at least 3 out of 5 days of the work week.

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.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

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.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type: Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Group: Cosma International