Marketing & Communications Intern

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy powertrains. Serving three primary markets – passenger vehicle, commercial truck, and off-highway equipment – Dana provides the world's original-equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with local product and service support through a network of nearly 100 engineering, manufacturing, and distribution facilities.

Job Purpose

The Marketing & Communications Intern will report to the Senior Communications Specialist. We are actively recruiting for Summer 2026.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The main responsibility of this position will be to assist the Corporate Communications team with a variety of projects. Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work with the Communications Team to plan and execute projects on behalf of Dana’s Corporate Functions, Commercial Vehicle Systems, and Light Vehicle Systems Business Units.
• Assist in creating visual content for digital and print landscapes (social media, email, web, presentations, etc.).
• Support in the development and deployment of various internal communications initiatives through written and visual media.
• Assist with organizational tasks for large-scale projects.
• Conduct market research and benchmarking.
• Assist in the planning and execution of internal and external events (employee events, webcasts, etc.) .

Position Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to refine messages in a simple, clear, and concise manner to accommodate various audiences.
• Baseline knowledge of and interest in expanding skillset within Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, AfterEffects)
• Proficiency in a Windows environment utilizing Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Familiarity with social media platforms and content creation.
• Photography skills and/or video editing a plus.
• Interest in learning new skills, programs, and processes that support Communications projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to permit effective interaction with all levels of Dana.
• Ability to abide by confidentiality and business ethics.
• Must be capable of performing duties with limited supervision.
• Ability to multitask, demonstrate good time management and organizational skills, work independently and with a team, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous internship or related experience in communications is a plus.
• Understanding of the basic principles of communications and marketing.

Required Education

• Working toward a college degree, preferably in Communications, Marketing, or equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.

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.

Unsolicited Resumes from Third-Party Recruiters

Please note that as per Dana policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Dana will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.​