Engineer, Product Dev – Eng'g

Industry: Engineering

Company: Yazaki

Yazaki is a global leader in the research, development and delivery of vehicle power and data solutions.

Yazaki works with virtually every major auto manufacturer in the world, and we’ve strived to maintain strategic and stable growth throughout our 83-year history. Today, we’re on the lookout for energetic people with the potential to perform, as well as the ability to strengthen – and thrive in – the positive work environment we pride ourselves on.

Please note definition differences between Intern and Co-op:

Intern: Student works full-time during the summer

Co-op: Student works part-time while school is in session. Student may work more hours during the summer if not enrolled in classes. Students may work for a minimum of one semester or longer.

Both positions are paid according to current academic standing and job classification.

Location: Canton , MI
What We Are Looking For:

Yazaki is seeking a Market & Strategic Intelligence Co-op to join our team. As a Market & Strategic Intelligence (MSI) team member, you will assist in conducting primary, secondary, and tertiary research and analysis using a variety of sources, including research firms, advisory services, consulting services, private and public publications, and attending subject-specific events. This role is essential in providing actionable insights that support decision-making within Yazaki’s business ecosystem strategy, with a focus on Mobility, Daily Lives, and Communities.
What You Will Be Doing:

Market & Strategic Intelligence:

• Conduct research and analysis in four key areas:
  
  1. Social & Market Trends: Analyze changes in human behavior and cultures and their impact on the demand and supply of relevant products and services.
  2. Sector/Industry/Company Trends: Identify differentiation factors within sectors and industries, evaluate leading companies, and uncover new opportunities for Yazaki.
  3. Technology Trends: Assess the current and emerging technologies, their development stage, societal and market needs, and their impact on specific sectors, industries, and Yazaki’s business domains.
  4. Country/Government Trends: Evaluate legislative trends, election cycles, and government stakeholders to assess potential impacts and country risks.
• Collaborate with global and regional heads of core functions and business units to deliver timely and actionable intelligence.
• Prepare quarterly, six-month, and annual outlook reports with insights addressing potential risks and opportunities within Yazaki’s ecosystem.
• Support custom intelligence requests from executive management, core functions, and business units.
• Work with executive management and product/technology leaders to identify key societal and market events, and recommend relevant subject matter experts as “intelligence scouts.”

What You Will Bring to the Table:

• A high level of intellectual curiosity in current and emerging technologies, sectors, industries, and leading companies.
• The ability to summarize and present findings as actionable insights based on Yazaki’s capabilities and assets.
• Working knowledge of or experience with reporting packages (MS Office, PowerBI), databases (SQL), and programming languages (Python, R, XML, JavaScript, ETL frameworks) is a plus.
• A strong desire to continuously learn about new technological innovations and sector-specific applications.
• Excellent ability to distill significant data from multiple sources into clear, actionable insights, and present them effectively.
• Confidence in giving presentations to audiences with varying levels of subject awareness.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and a collaborative attitude toward teamwork.
• Strong English language skills; proficiency in Japanese and/or Spanish is advantageous.
• Pursuing a degree in Physics, Electronics, Mathematics, Material Science, Economics, Business, or a related field; a Master’s degree is desirable but not essential.

What We Can Provide You:

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on learning and professional growth.
• Opportunities to work with diverse teams and leaders across the globe.
• Resources and support for continuous learning and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A commitment to equal employment opportunities and a harassment-free workplace.

It is the policy of Yazaki to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant
for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law at the Yazaki location to which this application is submitted. THIS OPPORTUNITY INCLUDES PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES