Embark on an exciting early career journey with the 2024 ADAS Ford College Graduate Program, designed to ignite your passion for automotive technology and shape the future of mobility. This immersive three-year developmental program offers recent graduates a unique opportunity to delve into diverse facets of Information Technology within Ford, a global leader in the automotive industry. You’ll gain invaluable exposure, connect with seasoned professionals, and refine your career aspirations while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in transportation. Benefit from personalized guidance with a dedicated senior advisor, mentor, and buddy system, ensuring you have robust support and expert advice every step of the way.
What the Ford College Graduate Program Offers
As an integral part of our Technology & Software Platforms team, you will be at the forefront of revolutionizing mobility. You will harness cutting-edge technologies to redefine transportation, address real-world challenges, and enhance lives globally. This program is your gateway to:
- Diverse IT Exploration: Experience various IT domains within Ford, broadening your skill set and discovering your niche.
- Professional Networking: Engage with a wide spectrum of industry experts, expanding your professional network and gaining industry insights.
- Company Acumen: Develop a comprehensive understanding of Ford’s operations, culture, and strategic direction.
- Career Clarity: Gain deeper insights into different career paths, enabling you to make informed decisions about your future trajectory.
- Dedicated Support System: Receive personalized mentorship and advice from a senior advisor, mentor, and buddy, fostering your professional growth.
- Global Team Collaboration: Work alongside a global team of innovators, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
- Meaningful Contribution: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of mobility, contributing to impactful projects that redefine transportation.
Are You the Ideal Candidate? Qualifications We Seek
Ford is seeking highly motivated and talented individuals who are passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact. Ideal candidates for the 2024 ADAS Ford College Graduate Program should possess:
- Educational Foundation: A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Software Development Acumen: Experience with software development methodologies, tools, standards, and procedures for high-quality software development.
- Proficiency in Coding: C++ & Python.
- Modeling Expertise: Matlab & Simulink.
- Knowledge of Computer Vision principles.
- Familiarity with Machine Learning / AI concepts.
- Understanding of Autonomous Controls systems.
- Experience with ADAS features, testing, and data analysis.
- Academic Excellence: A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
- Timely Availability: Candidates must be able to graduate and commence work prior to September 2024.
- Relevant Experience: 0-3 years of relevant professional experience.
- Advanced Education (Preferred): Master’s or PhD degree is considered a plus.
Your Rewards: Benefits of Joining Ford
Joining the Ford College Graduate Program means becoming part of an exceptional team of industry pioneers and visionaries. You will actively contribute to impactful, groundbreaking projects and cultivate skills that will provide you with a significant advantage in your future career endeavors. Ford recognizes and rewards your contributions with a comprehensive benefits package. For detailed information on Ford’s salary and benefits, please visit: 2023 New Hire Benefits Summary GSR (ford.com).
Responsibilities Awaiting You
As a Ford College Graduate Program participant, you can anticipate engaging in responsibilities that will challenge and expand your capabilities:
- Cloud-First Application Development: Define, design, develop, and deploy applications and services with a cloud-centric approach.
- Agile Development Practices: Utilize agile, test-driven development principles to ensure high-quality, timely project delivery.
- Software Craftsmanship: Contribute to development activities, adhering to Software Craftsmanship/Clean Code principles, practices, and tools.
- Global Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with global, cross-functional stakeholders and a balanced team of developers to deliver impactful projects and features.
- Product-Focused Delivery: Work closely with Product Managers, Product Designers, and/or Anchors to deliver user-centric solutions.
- Multi-Environment Experience: Gain experience across diverse environments (Vehicle, Cloud, Mobile) supporting end-to-end feature delivery.
Are you ready to redefine the future of mobility? If you possess the drive and skills to contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply and join us at Ford.
Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.
Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to permanently work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
