Careers FAQs
You might have some questions about starting work at Ford, so we have some answers.
You might have some questions about starting work at Ford, so we have some answers.
When Ford has a salaried opening in the United States, the position will be listed on our jobs website. The required skills and educational background are listed on the job description. You can register, upload your resume and apply for jobs directly on the site.
We hire interns, Co-ops, Ford College Graduates (FCGs) and direct hires. Please visit our jobs website to view open positions.
For careers listings outside the U.S., visit our Global Sites page to view postings in your country.
At Ford Motor Company, hourly production hiring is decentralized; it is the responsibility of each individual facility, based on the operational requirements of that location. When hiring needs occur for hourly production workers, manufacturing facilities use the local state employment service (i.e., Michigan Works agency in the state of Michigan) as a source of candidates. Job seekers are encouraged to register at the state employment service office nearest the Ford facilities where they are interested in working. Job seekers also should update their registration periodically.
Note that in accordance with collective bargaining agreement provisions, Ford hourly job opportunities (such as those mentioned in the public media from time to time) must first be presented to current Ford employees – including those on layoff or facing layoff – before external hiring can occur.
If you are interested in being considered for skilled trades openings, we recommend you follow our Facebook and Twitter pages via the links below. All candidates must have completed a bona fide apprenticeship program - or have either eight years of previous experience or a combination of previous work experience and training equivalent to a bona fide apprenticeship program. Qualified job seekers are encouraged to visit the online sources frequently and register at the state employment service office nearest the Ford facilities where they are interested in working.
Each department within Ford has identified skills and abilities valued in its workforce. Please refer to the Careers section for more details on desired attributes by department. Overall, Ford values employees who understand and have a passion for our business and our customers. Other characteristics we value (not an exhaustive list):
- Initiative, integrity and good corporate citizenship
- Sound decision-making using facts and data
- Continuous improvement philosophy and practice
- Inclusion mindset: respect, listen to, help and appreciate others
- Belief in skilled and motivated people working together
As the automotive industry continues to grow, job opportunities are increasing. Technicians require computer and mechanical skills using sophisticated testing equipment to diagnose vehicles. Ford is committed to helping our Dealerships recruit and retain the best automotive service technicians. To accomplish this, we offer Ford-specific training programs at community colleges across the country to teach the skills that will lead to a solid career path starting as a Ford/Lincoln Automotive Technician.
Please visit Ford’s Technical Career Entry Program’s website, www.newfordtech.com, to learn more about our programs.
Ford launched FordWorks as an umbrella program which develops innovative and inclusive hiring initiatives globally.
The intent is to reach out to groups of people representing many types of diversity, and for Ford to build experience working with new groups as well; fostering an ever-increasingly inclusive environment at Ford.
Ford understands that individuals with autism bring a unique set of strengths to our employment talent pool and that a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents our customers makes us a better, stronger company.
Ford believes that gaining experience by working with people with autism will not only contribute to business objectives and enhance diversity at Ford, but adheres to our desire to contribute to a “Better World” through collaboration with and support of those in the community around us.
Ford chose to focus on autism because of the high rate of underemployment within the autism population; research indicates that up to 90 percent of this population is unemployed, relative to an unemployment rate that averages 70 percent for other disabilities.
Individuals who identify as having a disability, caregivers and/or agencies who support them, who are interested in being considered for future program opportunities may reach out to Upbound at Work for assistance on preparing for those opportunities and to ensure FordWorks and Upbound at Work support individuals with all disabilities and differences in the workforce. Upbound at Work is Ford’s partner for intake, training and on the job support of FordWorks.
Upbound at Work
877-463-2266
All current open positions are posted on our corporate website.
For more information on Ford’s commitment to Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our Diversity & Inclusion webpage.
Ford Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a 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. Ford Motor Company also is committed to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment such persons.
Start dates are determined by each department and are specific to its particular needs and the needs of the new hire. For recent college graduates, start dates are based on their graduation dates. Some departments (e.g., Marketing, Sales & Service; Manufacturing; Human Resources) require start dates that address placement in various locations throughout the regions within the U.S.
Each skill team has a specific rotation program that provides unique opportunities to allow the Ford College Graduates to gain new skills and experiences that will allow for growth and learning. The rotation duration and details vary by skill team to ensure those enrolled receive the maximum benefit of being in the program.
Most positions within the U.S. are based in the Dearborn, Michigan, area. Some departments (e.g., Marketing, Sales & Service; Manufacturing; Human Resources) may require placement in various locations throughout the U.S., in addition to maintaining positions within the Dearborn area. For example, some manufacturing and human resources positions are located in our assembly or parts plants throughout the country, as well as in Michigan.
Please view our Global Sites page to find postings in countries outside the U.S.
For detailed steps on how to apply for salaried positions, click here.
Yes. The U.S. Ford Summer Internship Program offers students hands-on, career-specific experience by providing full-time work during the summer break, from mid-May through the beginning of September. Summer interns have generally completed their junior year of an undergraduate program or one academic year of a Master's program and are expecting to graduate the following year. Individuals are selected for a summer internship because they are recognized as having top academic standing with exceptional leadership, communication and self-motivation skills. All intern positions are posted on the Careers website.
The summer intern work plan is developed by the supervisor and is department specific. The general work plan consists of a project description, three to five measureable objectives, three to five major contributions and expected benefits to the intern.
Interns who prove themselves to be exceptional may be offered full-time employment into our Ford College Graduate (FCG) program or other developmental programs if opportunity permits. Receiving an offer of employment with Ford depends on many variables including the needs of the department doing the hiring, the overall outcome of the intern's performance, the recommendation of the supervisor and the timeframe during which the intern will be eligible for full-time employment.
We’re excited about your interest in joining the Ford Family!
If you have questions about our recruiting process, please email us at careers@ford.com. You can always check the status of your application by logging into your account.
To view social media sites in other regions of the world, visit our Global Sites page.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660. Be sure to include your contact information and details about the posted position of interest. We will return only those inquiries requesting online application assistance for those individuals with a disability.
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