We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? 

Join our Electric Vehicle Digital Design (EVDD) team for a 6-month Student Worker Program and help build the future of mobility! Immerse yourself in Ford's center of innovation and growth, working alongside top engineering, design, and software talent to create groundbreaking EVs and contribute to key technologies like batteries, charging, and recycling. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact on the automotive industry

What you’ll be able to do:  

 Develop first principles should cost tools together with engineering to provide grounds up physics based minimum system or part cost   The should cost tool you create will be used as a design input and significant lever in obtaining superior commercial outcomes versus the competition.    Drive internal make vs buys studies with internal advanced manufacturing groups to ensure optimum outcomes   Understand schedule timing in great detail to enable the creation of creative commercial agreements that will help meet Ford’s commercial and cost requirements for the project   Own RFI and RFQ’s ensuring agreements, NDA, Terms and Conditions, etc. are completed on time and meet or exceed program requirements.    Identify and develop key commercial partnerships throughout all necessary levels of the supply chain. The partnerships should allow Ford to enjoy cost leadership, supply in times of raw material scarcity, geopolitical events risk mitigation , etc.   Foster a collaborative costing culture both internally with Engineering and externally with supplier partners. All stake holders should be supportive of the process and co-own delivery of cost outcomes.   Grow to obtain an expert knowledge  of leading vendors and leading cost competitive supply chains while monitoring global trends and technology roadmaps.   Be prepared to expand your approach and knowledge base to learn new commodities 

Minimum requirements:  

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or Operations Management.    Pursuing MBA Degree   Fundamental understanding of EV concepts and commodities.    Experience bringing creative negotiation skills and out of the box strategy.   Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing processes, materials and supply   chains.   Strong relationship management skills with suppliers  

Preferred Requirements:  

Hands-on experience building and launching highly effective supply chain methodology.    Strong written and verbal communication skills    An eagerness to work cross-functionally in a dynamic environment where you are part of a high performing team   A system approach to design and development with the desire and curiosity to strive for exceptional delivery execution and continuous improvement

 

 

What you’ll receive in return: As part of this exciting program, you’ll enjoy a high level of involvement with an exceptional team of industry innovators and visionaries. You’ll contribute in a meaningful way to our important, breakthrough work. And you’ll develop the skills that will give you a significant edge in your future career pursuits. If you have what it takes to help us redefine the future of mobility, we’d love to have you join us. 

  

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to permanently work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 
 
Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.

The Advanced EV Development Junior Global Supply Chain Manager will craft our world class supply chain efforts. This GSM will be responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies for critical part area spend, development of world class costing tools, lead negotiation and supply chain strategy creation for the entire end to end supply chain . Additionally, you’ll be building in supply chain risk reduction actions and designing the supply chain to ensure compliance to evolving global trade and tariff requirements.

 Develop first principles should cost tools together with engineering to provide grounds up physics based minimum system or part cost   The should cost tool you create will be used as a design input and significant lever in obtaining superior commercial outcomes versus the competition.    Drive internal make vs buys studies with internal advanced manufacturing groups to ensure optimum outcomes   Understand schedule timing in great detail to enable the creation of creative commercial agreements that will help meet Ford’s commercial and cost requirements for the project   Own RFI and RFQ’s ensuring agreements, NDA, Terms and Conditions, etc. are completed on time and meet or exceed program requirements.    Identify and develop key commercial partnerships throughout all necessary levels of the supply chain. The partnerships should allow Ford to enjoy cost leadership, supply in times of raw material scarcity, geopolitical events risk mitigation , etc.   Foster a collaborative costing culture both internally with Engineering and externally with supplier partners. All stake holders should be supportive of the process and co-own delivery of cost outcomes.   Grow to obtain an expert knowledge  of leading vendors and leading cost competitive supply chains while monitoring global trends and technology roadmaps.   Be prepared to expand your approach and knowledge base to learn new commodities