Practical experience during your studies
Brose offers fantastic opportunities to gain valuable skills across all of our functional areas. Our jobs for students and recent graduates include our internships across our organization, our Kettering Co-op partnership, and our award-winning Apprenticeship program. Through these opportunities you can build your knowledge by gaining real-world experience and practical skills for success in our Company. We are looking for people like you to be the foundation for the future of Brose.
Internship Program
Our internship program offers a dynamic opportunity for individuals eager to immerse themselves in Brose’s mission. Our program provides hands-on experience, mentorship, and meaningful projects designed to build a diverse skill set. Interns engage in a collaborative environment, gaining invaluable insights into our industry while contributing fresh perspectives to our team. With flexible scheduling and tailored learning opportunities, our internship equips students with practical skills, fosters professional growth, and creates a foundation for future career endeavors.
Engineering Internships - Qualifications and Types
Student Status: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a college or university.
Field of Study: Studying in a relevant field related to the internship's focus, such as marketing, engineering, finance, or design.
Minimum GPA: A 3.0 GPA or higher throughout the internship duration.
Skills and Abilities: Possess certain skills or competencies relevant to the role, such as communication skills, technical abilities, or familiarity with specific software or tools.
Availability: Candidates should be available during the specified period, whether it's during the summer, a semester, or a year-round program.
Passion and Interest: Demonstrating genuine interest in the field or industry through coursework, extracurricular activities, or previous experiences.
Year Round vs. Seasonal: Our year round students have the opportunity to work throughout the calendar year and Seasonal internships runs through the summer months (May – August). All internships hours are between employee and manager discretion based on school schedule.
Kettering Co-Op Program
Brose North America collaborates closely with Kettering University to offer students a unique Co-op Program journey, providing invaluable hands-on experience aligned with their field of study. Through immersive departmental rotations concurrent with their academic pursuits, students engage in a dynamic learning experience. At Brose, we not only rely on the insights from classroom teachings but also empower Co-op Students to bridge theory with practice, honing their skills within a real-world professional setting. Our commitment lies in nurturing their growth, fostering a seamless transition from academic learning to practical application, preparing them for success in their future careers.
Please Note: To be eligible for Brose’s Kettering Co-op Program, you must be enrolled at Kettering University in Flint, Michigan.
Kettering Co-op Rotation Plan and Application
Year 1: Intro to Brose Products. Product orientation and learn basics of product validations.
Year 2: Exposure to Design, Testing, Production departments to evaluate what areas they are most interested in.
Year 3: Decide on what department and projects best fit their interests and work on getting a topic for their Thesis. Improve intercultural awareness, expand network. International assignment.
Year 4: Work on thesis project to be presented and submitted for graduation and decide which department best fit for hiring and work at that department for last work rotation.
To apply for our Kettering Co-op Program in Auburn Hills, Michigan, please follow the directions below.
1. Create a Co-op Profile on Kettering Connect
2. Create a Student Profile
3. Search Brose’s Co-op Openings
4. Upload your resume on our open positions
Interviews with Kettering students
Meet Brose co-ops, where passion meets innovation, and collaboration fuels success. Here you'll discover the authentic voices and experiences of our talented co-op members who have contributed to shaping the dynamic culture of our organization. From breakthrough projects to transformative mentorship, each testimonial defines the Brose co-op experience. Explore the profound impact of being part of the Brose family.
Cameron Stadler
"The #1 thing during the interview process that made me choose Brose was the scheduled rotation plan for each semester showing exactly which team and scope of work I would be completing. During my co-op years, I enjoyed working on real engineering projects. For example, in my Sophomore 1 semester I investigated a binding issue between two plastic components which allowed me to utilize Heat Transfer equations which is a Senior 3 class."
Project Manager - Doors and Window Regulator Division at Brose North America
Julia Clark
"I enjoyed being a co-op at Brose because I grew to be a real part of the team. I rotated through different departments which helped me to learn more, but also utilize what I had learned and the connections I had made to bring real value. I built on what I had learned and each time I came back from a school term the team I was working with was excited to have me on board and challenge me in new ways. The culture at Brose is very pro-working student and co-op which was something many of my classmates did not seem to have as positive of an experience with."
Project Engineer - Seats Division at Brose North America
Michael Roycht
"I've been with Brose since October 2021, initially in testing/validation and then transitioning into design work for doors and now seats. Throughout my co-op, I've taken on various responsibilities, led projects, and contributed design suggestions and prototypes. Brose's excellent work culture has inspired me to continuously strive for excellence and take pride in my contributions to any team I join. From my early days fresh out of high school, they've nurtured my understanding of the industry, our role as a supplier, and the importance of community in business. Additionally, Brose's flexibility allows me to balance my studies and work effectively, given the nature of Kettering."
Continuous Improvement Engineer - Jefferson Plant
Apprenticeship Program
Our award-winning Brose Apprenticeship Programs prepare you for a career in advanced manufacturing by combining on-the-job and in-the-classroom training.
You will earn your Associate's Degree while getting paid* to work at Brose. Upon successful completion of the program, you will have highly marketable skills and the ability to work in over 10 different departments and over 15 different professions.
* Compensation can be a combination of tuition reimbursement, hourly wages, and a living stipend. Exact amount varies by location and can be discussed during interviews.
Mechatronics is the application of mechanical components with electrical control and actuation. In this program you will learn machining, sensors, wiring, robotics, PLC programing, and other skills. This program provides students a three-year career pathway to success as they alternate between classroom training and on the job, paid work experience.
Mechatronics (MAT² Program)
Location: New Boston, Michigan
Length of Program: 3 years
Compensation Structure: Paid books and tuition, $200 Weekly school stipend while in school, hourly wage for hours worked at Brose, wage match for existing employees
Certifications: Associates Degree, DOL Journeyman's Card, IHK Mechatronics Certificate
Minimum GPA: 2.0
Skills and Abilities: Strong problem-solving skills, creativity and communication skills, Self accountability
Requirements: High school Diploma or GED
Post-Apprentice Program: Apprentices must commit to staying at Brose for 2 years, Opportunities to continue education utilizing tuition our reimbursement program
Job Opportunities Post Apprenticeship: Mechatronics Technician, Testing Technician, Electronics Technician, Acoustics Specialist, Fastening Specialist, Welding Technician, Quality Technician, Paint Technician, Prototype Technician
3 Year Apprenticeship Model
Brose's apprenticeship model facilitates hands-on learning for apprentices across various departments, working alongside skilled journey workers within the profession over a span of three years. The program's departmental rotations are tailored to each individual apprentice's strengths and may vary between locations. This personalized approach ensures that apprentices receive comprehensive training while adapting to the unique needs of different sites.
Brose Training Center Rotation
Rotating work assignments during the first year will involve training at the center to learn the basics of Mechatronics. In the second and third years, rotations will occur across various departments tailored to individual strengths. Finally, the last rotation will occur in the department demonstrating the highest level of success. Upon graduation, the possibility of a full-time position in that department may be offered.
Our apprenticeship programs partner with local community colleges. Together we have developed a curriculum designed not only to receive an associates degree but also to optimize relevance by omitting non-essential coursework.
Apprenticeships program in Tuscaloosa (Vance) Alabama
Location: Vance, Alabama
Length of Program: 3 years
Program Track: Mechatronics Technician
Compensation Structure: Hourly wage while working, weekly stipend while in school
Partner School: Lawson State Community College
Requirements: High school diploma (minimum 3.0 GPA). Ability to lift and carry objects up to 20 lbs
Post-Degree: Opportunities to continue education and benefit from Brose’s tuition reimbursement program
Job Opportunities: Acoustics Specialist, Fastening Specialist, Welding Specialist, Maintenance Technician, Quality Lab Technician
Apprenticeship = Successful Career
As you scroll to the right you can read the paths each former apprentice took and what the future holds for them now.
Bradley Knoll
"Being an apprentice at Brose was a great way to start my career. I got to experience different departments and learn what I enjoyed doing which set me up for success in a company with many advancement opportunities."
Trevor McCormick
"Before joining the apprenticeship, I went to college and felt like I lacked direction with my future. The apprenticeship program gave me the direction needed along with the application of what we were learning in school at work."
Brianna Warnke
"The Apprenticeship program with Brose offered me a career path that aligned with my machines shop class that was my favorite class in high school. While having an apprenticeship trainer made the college experience and company trainer much easier. To top it off the free college and books allowed me to begin my career debt-free and set me up to continue with my bachelors."
Issiah Johnson
"The Apprenticeship offered me the invaluable opportunity to build and advance practical skills with the guidance of experienced mentors and experts. This program is giving me the opportunity to build my career without falling into debt from paying for school."
Walter Lopez-Romero
"I joined the MAT2 program to improve my knowledge of mechatronics while making a career out of it. Being accepted to the apprenticeship program I can achieve both practical education at school and practical work experience, allowing me to learn more than I expected. This program I believe will enable me excel within the company and receive great opportunities."
Arturo Spann
"The apprenticeship program gives me a chance to go back to school while pursuing a career I am interested in providing me a better life for me and my son, while giving my life purpose."