Sales Operations – Communications Intern

Ford; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ford of Canada, based in Oakville, Ontario, is hiring an internship for 2027 (May–Aug). The role supports National Field Communications and Dealer Communications, with responsibilities spanning Adobe Experience Manager content creation, Adobe Analytics reporting, and cross‑functional process improvements.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree and proficient in HTML, JavaScript, Python, and Microsoft Office tools.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Graduate degree in progress (Computer Science, B.Comm, BBA, or MBA).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT) is a plus.
• Experience with web technologies (HTML/JavaScript/Python) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support National Field Communications and roll-out new initiatives across Canada.
• Create webpages using Adobe Experience Manager to promote content and reports.
• Develop and maintain usage reports with Adobe Analytics and provide insights.
• Assist with the Annual Dealer Business Plan preparation with various departments.
• Lead annual Internal Control review for Sales Operations and Market Area teams (SOX).
• Oversee major audit on User Security and Management groups.
• Identify solutions to automate day-to-day functions.
• Contribute to other projects as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Independent time management

Generative AI familiarity

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate degree in progress (Computer Science, B.Comm, BBA, or MBA)

Tools

Adobe Experience Manager

Adobe Analytics

HTML

JavaScript

Python

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

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, 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

What You’ll Do

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

• Support National Field Communications, assist in the roll-out of new initiatives, promote
  awareness for key resources including reports for Field staff across Canada via various
  internal channels.
• Support National Dealer Communications, use Adobe Experience Manager based portal to
  create webpages that promote content, program initiatives and reports from business
  owners, for dealerships and staff across Canada.
• Develop and maintain usage reports through Adobe Analytics; analyze, provide insights and
  make recommendations that further increase awareness and engagement with content
• Assist with preparation of Ford of Canada’s Annual Dealer Business Plan, work with various
  departments across the organization.
• Lead completion of annual Internal Control review for Sales Operations and Market Area
  teams - Sarbanes Oxley compliance.
• Lead completion of major annual audit regarding User Security and Management groups
• Help identify and assist with solutions to automate day-to-day functions.
• Other projects as required.
  

You’ll Have:

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate or Graduate degree (Computer Science, B.Comm, BBA, or MBA) in progress.

Even better you'll have...

• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Ability to deliver assignments with a value-add mind-set.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Automotive work and previous work experience considered an asset.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Enthusiasm for and practical familiarity with Generative AI tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or AI-assisted coding/prompting) to enhance analytical productivity and streamline day-to-day problem solving.
• Proficient in HTML, Java Script, and Python

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.

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