Explore Student Opportunities
Brose offers students opportunities to gain hands-on experience across a variety of technical, operational, and business functions. Whether through an Internship, our Kettering Co-op Program, or our award-winning Apprenticeship Program, students build valuable skills, work on meaningful projects, and gain real-world experience in the automotive industry.
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Internship Opportunities
At Brose, interns are more than observers - they are active members of the team. Through hands-on projects, mentorship, and collaboration with experienced colleagues, students gain real-world experience and develop skills that support their academic and professional goals. Our flexible internship program provides opportunities to learn, contribute, and make an impact from day one.
Internship Qualifications and Opportunities
Student Status: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited college or university.
Field of Study: Pursuing a degree in a relevant area of study, including engineering, technology, business, finance, marketing, human resources, or other related disciplines. Internship opportunities are available across a variety of technical, operational, and business functions.
Academic Standing: Maintain a strong academic record with a 3.0 GPA or higher preferred.
Skills and Qualifications: Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Depending on the role, experience with relevant software, technical knowledge, or industry-related tools may be beneficial.
Availability: Candidates should be available during the designated internship period, whether participating in a summer, semester-based, or year-round internship program.
Year-Round vs. Summer Opportunities: Brose offers both year-round and summer internship opportunities. Year-round interns gain valuable experience while balancing academic responsibilities throughout the calendar year, while summer interns participate in focused professional experiences during the summer months (May–August). Internship schedules are coordinated between students and managers to support both business needs and academic commitments
Kettering Co-Op Partnership
Through our partnership with Kettering University, Brose offers students the opportunity to gain professional experience while completing their degree. Co-op students alternate between academic terms and paid work assignments, allowing them to apply what they learn in the classroom to meaningful projects in a professional setting.
As part of the Brose team, co-op students work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to real business initiatives, and gain hands-on experience in areas such as engineering, manufacturing, quality, and other key functions.
Eligibility: To participate in the Brose Kettering Co-op Program, students must be actively enrolled in Kettering University's cooperative education program.
Kettering Co-op Rotation Plan
Year 1: Learn. Build a foundation by learning about Brose products, technologies, and validation processes while gaining exposure to the automotive industry.
Year 2: Explore. Rotate through key functions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and discover areas that match your interests and career aspirations.
Year 3: Develop. Take on more responsibility, refine your areas of interest, explore potential thesis topics, and gain broader exposure to the business through networking and professional development opportunities.
Year 4: Launch. Apply your experience to a thesis project and final rotation assignment, preparing for the next step in your career while making contributions to the Brose team.
Apprenticeship Program
Our award-winning Brose Apprenticeship Program prepares you for a career in advanced manufacturing through real-world and classroom learning. Mechatronics is the application of mechanical components with electrical control and actuation. In this program, you will learn machining, sensors, wiring, robotics, PLC programming, and more. This three-year pathway will lead to an Associate's degree while getting *paid to work at Brose. Successful completion of the program equips individuals with a highly-marketable skillset and the ability to work in over 10 different departments & 15 different professions.
*Compensation may include a combination of tuition reimbursement, hourly wages, and/or living stipend. Exact amounts vary by location and may be discussed during the interview process.
Mechatronics
MAT² Program
Location: New Boston, Michigan
Length of Program: 3 years
Partner School: Henry Ford College
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 two years upon graduation. There are opportunities to continue education utilizing tuition reimbursement program.
Job Opportunities Post Apprenticeship: Mechatronics Technician, Testing Technician, Electronics Technician, Acoustics Specialist, Fastening Specialist, Welding Technician, Quality Technician, Paint Technician, Prototype Technician
Apprenticeship Rotation Plan
Brose's three-year apprenticeship program combines classroom instruction with hands-on training alongside experienced professionals. Apprentices begin by building a strong technical foundation in the Training Center before rotating through various departments to gain real-world experience, develop diverse skills, and explore different career paths. The program is designed to support individual growth while providing broad exposure to the business, with opportunities for full-time employment upon graduation.
Year 1: Mechatronics Fundamentals. Training at the Brose Training Center and rotating work assignments to build core technical skills.
Year 2: Career Alignment. Department Rotations are tailored to individual strengths, interests, and development goals.
Year 3: Final Rotation & Graduation. Final departmental rotations are completed in the area of highest success and performance. Upon graduation, a full-time position in that department may be offered.
From Student to Professional
Meet former interns, co-op students, and apprentices who began their careers at Brose and discover where they are today.
Tanya Misajlovski
"My internship gave me the opportunity to lead projects, collaborate with different teams, and build confidence in a professional environment."
Student Title: Intern
Location: Brose North Americas
Career Journey: Human Resources Intern → Human Resources Generalist → Human Resources Training Manager → Head of Learning and Recruitment for Americas Region
Rohit Narayan
"My internship gave me the opportunity to contribute to projects across all areas of the plant, providing valuable insights into operations and cross-functional collaboration. This experience strengthened my professional and technical skills, preparing me for a successful career in Industrial Engineering."
Student Title: Intern
Location: Brose New Boston
Career Journey: Continuous improvement Intern → Industrial Engineer → Procurement Industrial Engineer → Industrial Engineering Coordinator
Chris Nuccio
"My co-op/internship, provided me the opportunity to work in various engineering and business functions. I gained a good baseline understanding of our products and processes. I developed relationships that continue to support may career today."
Student Title: Co-op
Location: Brose North Americas
Career Journey: Engineering Co-op → Project Engineer → Program Manager → Account Manager → Customer Team Director → Vice President Business Unit Door Modules and Window Regulators for Americas Region
Sara Zeneli
"My co-op experience at Brose exposed me to many different facets of engineering, allowing me to build a well-rounded understanding of the business through hands-on, cross-functional projects. With continued mentorship, growing responsibilities, and opportunities to lead, I developed from a student learning the operation into a production manager capable of guiding teams, solving complex challenges, and driving results."
Student Title: Co-op
Location: Brose Jefferson
Career Journey: Engineering Co-op → Industrial Engineer → Production Systems Coordinator → Production Manager
Michael Collins
"My experiences in the apprenticeship program gave me a path of growth into the position that I am in now. The Program along with the College education put me into a great position to apply myself and be placed into this position."
Student Title: Apprentice
Location: Brose New Boston
Career Journey: Mechatronics Apprentice → AO Multicraft Engineer
Bradley Knoll
"My apprenticeship gave me a strong technical background and the problem-solving skills needed to effectively support our plants when challenges arise. The connections I developed with colleagues throughout Brose during that time have been invaluable and have helped me grow both professionally and personally. Brose has also played a significant role in my career development by supporting my pursuit of a bachelor's degree through its tuition reimbursement program."
Student Title: Apprentice
Location: Brose North Americas
Career Journey: Mechatronics Apprentice → Prototype seat builder → Hybrid riveting/fastening Industrial Engineer → Head of Threaded Fastening for Americas Region
Kevin Esper
"My apprenticeship has given me the opportunity to design and develop window regulator and door module systems, participate in team development meetings, and take products from cradle to grave following the customer & Brose's design standards, specifications, and expectations. Upon graduating high school in 2019, I joined Brose and they have provided me with a great education and a professional career path with plenty of opportunities to learn and grow everyday. The Brose team is filled with an abundance of knowledge and is always willing to support me when needed."
Student Title: Apprentice
Location: Brose North Americas
Career Journey: Technical Product Design Apprentice → Component Designer → Design Engineer