Human Resources Leadership Development Program

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader

New trends and expectations are reshaping the automotive industry. Inspired by the exciting new challenges associated with this revolution, FORVIA anticipates the future of mobility developing cutting-edge solutions for smart life on board and sustainable mobility. If you’re willing to contribute and create value for tomorrow’s cleaner and smarter mobility, FORVIA is the place to be.

Your mission, roles and responsibilities

FORVIA North America invites applications for the role of Human Resources Generalist within our Leadership Development Program (LDP). As a member of this program, you will embark on a journey of long-term growth and development with Forvia. Spanning two years for those with a master’s degree or three years for those with bachelor’s degrees, the LDP is designed to draw upon the candidate’s academic background and is tailored to the individual’s needs, capabilities, and goals. With two or three 12-month rotations across various Forvia facilities, the candidate will gain a wide range of diverse experiences. Upon successful completion of the program, the candidate will be placed in a permanent key position within their core field.

Expectations in the Program

• Develop your leadership and decision-making skills through various project assignments and daily responsibilities.
• Gain cross-cultural exposure and experience.
• Receive mentorship from an expert within your core discipline.
• Build an extensive professional network within the organization.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops. 

Position and Environment

The 1st rotation, spanning 12 months, will be based in a Forvia facility, such as a Manufacturing Plant or Technical Center. Subsequent rotations will be based on aspirations, business needs, and performance evaluations. Examples of potential roles include HR Generalist, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Training and Development specialist, among others. These roles could take place within different plants, technical centers, or our North America headquarters.

Your main missions will be:

• Engaging proactively with assigned employee population daily.
• Help develop impactful employee engagement strategies.
• Tracking, analyzing, and reporting data to aid in decision-making.
• Support with recruitment and on-boarding.
• Perform generalist functions as assigned from HR team members.
• Assist with training and development of hourly and salary populations through Learning Lab scheduling, facilitation, and analytics.

Your profile and competencies to succeed

Required Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related discipline.
• Expected graduation June 2025 - June 2026
• Knowledge of fundamental Human Resources principles and concepts.
• Willingness to relocate at the conclusion of each rotation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of HR experience preferred.
• Proficiency in navigating ambiguity and matrix environments.
• Effective communication across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to work in team environments.
• Be a highly motivated self-starter capable of problem solving in a fast-paced environment.
• Possess an analytical mindset and a demonstrated ability to utilize data.
• Proficiency in another language (French, Spanish, etc.).

What we can do for you

• At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.  
• We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development. 
• We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count. 
• We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility.  Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world) 
• We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans. 
• Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy. 

Why join us

FORVIA is an automotive technology group at the heart of smarter and more sustainable mobility. We bring together expertise in electronics, clean mobility, lighting, interiors, seating, and lifecycle solutions to drive change in the automotive industry.

With a history stretching back more than a century, we are the 7th largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in 43 countries. You'll find our technology in around 1 out of 2 vehicles produced anywhere in the world.

In June 2022, we became the 1st global automotive group to be certified with the SBTI Net-Zero Standard. We have committed to reach CO2 Net Zero by no later than 2045.

As technological innovation and the need for sustainability transform the automotive industry, we are ideally positioned to deliver solutions that will enhance the lives of road-users everywhere.