A Program Manager manages ongoing program activity or a group of related projects for a company or organization. Responsibilities include developing program plans, defining project objectives, allocating resources, managing budgets, and monitoring program progress. They may work in production, administration, advertising/marketing, human resources, technology, finance, and other technical areas such as engineering.
Job Purpose
The Program Management Intern will play an active role in supporting the Light Vehicle Driveline team within the GM/Stellantis Customer group. In this dynamic position, you will gain hands-on exposure across the full vehicle lifecycle, working closely with teams that bring innovative automotive solutions to market. You'll build real-world experience in customer engagement, cross‑functional collaboration, and key commercial processes that drive success in the automotive industry.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
The main responsibility of this position will be to assist in the completion of program management projects
Support cross-functional communication for project-timing charts and schedules
Participate in extended support of operations, quality, or engineering
Ensure adequate resources are assigned; elevate deficiencies
Act as Dana stakeholder contact for customer program inquiries
Identify program risks and develop contingency plans
Work with project activities, publish minutes/tasks, follow up on open issues
Education and Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
Enrolled in degreed program in Marketing, Communications, Advertising, Sales, Engineering or Business Program Previous co-op within automotive industry or Dana is a plus
Passion for program management
Skills
Required Skills, Abilities, and Attributes:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Effective listening and cross-functional communication abilities.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
Capable of performing duties with limited supervision
Willingness to travel if necessary
Self-directed, motivated, excellent organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal skills for interaction with all levels
Benefits Benefits:
Paid internship experience.
Exposure to product development, product launch life-cycle, and executive-level interaction.
Opportunities for mentorship and professional long term development.
Insight into supplier OEM dynamics and the automotive value chain. At the end of the 10-week internship, each intern will present to Dana leadership, summarizing their projects, learnings, and suggestions for improvement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
