About the role#
Ford of Canada is looking for an AI Strategy Intern to support the development and execution of our artificial intelligence strategy. You will work directly with the AI Strategy Manager on initiatives that touch corporate operations, dealer enablement, and customer experience. This role provides exposure to how a major automotive brand operationalizes AI at scale.
What you'll do#
- Research emerging AI tools, platforms, and industry trends for enterprise and automotive use cases.
- Support the internal AI governance framework, use-case intake process, and pilot tracking.
- Create training materials and internal communications to drive AI literacy among employees.
- Support AI enablement for Canadian dealerships, including tools for customer service, sales, and marketing personalization.
- Build dealer-facing playbooks, training content, and best-practice guides.
- Track dealership AI adoption and compile performance metrics.
- Prepare presentations, briefing decks, and status reports for leadership and dealers.
- Perform data analysis and create dashboards to measure the impact of AI initiatives.
- Participate in strategy meetings, document notes, and track action items.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and hands-on experience with generative AI tools like ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot.
- Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into recommendations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and comfort building and presenting decks.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Experience with Power BI, data visualization tools, automotive work, or bilingualism (English/French) are considered assets.
Location & details#
- Location: Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027 (May to August).
- Work Modality: Hybrid, 4 days in office per week.
- Compensation: Undergraduate students ($22.25 - $30.12 hourly); Graduate students ($31.72 - $34.89 hourly).
- Eligibility: Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Sponsorship is not provided.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company manufactures motor vehicles and provides financial services. The company operates as a public organization with over 10,001 employees. Based in Dearborn, Michigan, it focuses on the production of electric and connected vehicles. Its business activities span the automotive and mobility sectors.
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