Early Talent Intern - Michigan State University

Aptiv PLC; Troy, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptiv is seeking motivated students for its Internship Program in Troy, MI. You will support real business and technical projects across functions in a fast-paced environment.

This in-person internship offers hands-on experience, mentorship from professionals, and opportunities to develop analytical, communication, and leadership skills while contributing to meaningful assignments.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Must intern in person at the Troy, MI office.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to real projects that drive business results and create value for Aptiv.
• Gain hands-on experience by working on meaningful assignments rather than administrative tasks.
• Partner with experienced professionals and cross-functional teams on day-to-day business challenges.
• Support project planning, execution, analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop professional, technical, and leadership skills through practical experience.
• Present project updates, recommendations, and final outcomes to stakeholders.
• Participate in networking, mentoring, and development opportunities throughout the internship.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Business/CS/Engineering/Data Analytics/IT/Finance/Sales/Marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Why Join Aptiv?

At Aptiv, we deliver innovative and advanced solutions that people trust when it matters most – across automotive, commercial vehicle, aerospace and defense, telecom and datacom, and other diversified industrial end markets. Our customers and end consumer trust in our technologies that hold up in the most demanding conditions, trust in our rigorous testing and validation, trust in our resilient supply chain, trust in our ability to deliver globally at scale, and trust that we conduct business is an ethical and sustainably way. Your work will come to life by enabling devices and systems to sense, think, act, and continuously optimize in a world that is becoming increasingly transformedby the trends of automation, electrification, and digitalization.

Your Role

Aptiv is seeking motivated and talented students to join our Internship Program. As an intern, you will work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and gain hands‑on experience by supporting real business and technical projects across various functions. This position is located in Troy, MI.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to real projects that drive business results and create value for Aptiv.
• Gain hands‑on experience by working on meaningful assignments rather than administrative tasks.
• Partner with experienced professionals and cross‑functional teams on day‑to‑day business challenges.
• Support project planning, execution, analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop professional, technical, and leadership skills through practical experience.
• Present project updates, recommendations, and final outcomes to stakeholders.
• Participate in networking, mentoring, and development opportunities throughout the internship.

Experience & Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, Information Technology, Finance, Sales, Marketing, or a related field.
• Must be available to intern in person at our Troy, MI office.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.

Nice to Have

• Leadership experience through student organizations, academic projects, or extracurricular activities.
• Interest in the automotive, mobility, technology, or manufacturing industries.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.

“Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law”

Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Privacy Notice - Active Candidates: https://www.aptiv.com/privacy-notice-active-candidates

Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.