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2026 Winter Co-op Product & Portfolio Planning

Today Oshawa, Canada

Description

Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Oshawa Elevation Centre three times per week, at minimum [depending on stakeholder needs].

About GM:

At General Motors we pride ourselves on designing, building and selling the world's best vehicles. We are seeking a new generation of visionaries to help launch bold engineering and business initiatives, and shape new directions for General Motors. As an intern or co-op student through our EXCEL (Exploring Careers through Experiential Learning) Program you will gain hands-on career specific experiences to maximize your real-world potential.

Collaborating on innovation challenges, interacting with Industry leaders, attending cross-functional networking events and volunteering for community service activities.

The Role:

As a co-op student on the Product and Portfolio Planning Team, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting the execution and coordination of program strategy and vehicle planning initiatives at General Motors Canada. This role is ideal for a student who is technically oriented, eager to learn, and excited to contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work cross functionally across finance, product and business planning, engineering, brand quality, distribution & vehicle sales and marketing to achieve enterprise results
  • Assess market opportunities to optimize vehicle positioning
  • In conjunction with the long- and short-term forecast team and the brand teams support volume and market share forecasts for future vehicle programs
  • Support the product planning team with program gate milestone reviews in parallel with the finance and brand teams
  • Perform analysis reviews during program lifecycle for model mix and option penetration planning
  • Support the product planning team with order workbench and vehicle order guide readiness and compliance
  • Support the product and finance teams for all customer facing literature and program content accuracy including website, media releases, media
  • Support the product team with new program milestones (New, Major)
  • Attend and support in functional meetings with Canada and Global product boards
  • Help maintain and update data dashboards and reports using tools like Excel or Power BI

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Key Skills & Competencies:

  • Planning and execution skills combined with a technical aptitude
  • Understanding of the automotive industry and integrating consumer insights into product strategies
  • Organized and able to manage multiple tasks with guidance
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and simultaneous projects
  • Build strong relationships at all levels of the company and external partners
  • Product management and marketing experience valued
  • Ability to work with large data sets and provide concise recommendations based on analysis
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI, AI tools, Tableau is a plus

Required Qualifications:

  • Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program or in 3rd or 4th year of study in Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field
  • Automotive industry knowledge is considered an asset
  • Available for a 8 or 12-months term

Sponsorship: PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU DO NOT NEED SPONSORSHIP TO WORK IN CANADA NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. WE ARE UNABLE TO CONSIDER CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE SPONSORSHIP

NOTE- YOU MUST BE ENROLLED IN A CO-OP OR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM AND MEET THE PROGRAM'S ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS. ALL STUDENTS MUST ALSO BE LEGALLY ENTITLED TO WORK IN CANADA.

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by General Motors of Canada Company, please advise if you require accommodation.

For more information about GM Canada, visit our website at www.gm.ca/careers

General Motors of Canada values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

About GM

Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

Why Join Us

We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.

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All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.

We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.

Accommodations

General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Client-provided location(s): Oshawa, Canada
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202516027
Employment Type: INTERN
Posted: 2025-09-10T00:16:02

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Stock Purchase Program
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Woman founded/led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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