Working Student Thermal Runaway and Thermal Propagation (f/m/d)

Working Student Thermal Runaway and Thermal Propagation (f/m/d)

Job ID:  20799
Company:  Volkswagen AG
Location: 

Braunschweig, DE, 38037

Department:  Battery and E-mobility
Career Level:  Interns
Working Model:  Full-time
Contract Type:  Fixed-term
Remote Working:  Up to 40%
Posting Date:  Jan 16, 2026

Working Student Thermal Runaway and Thermal Propagation (f/m/d)

 

 

Work environment

At the E‑Mobility Competence Center in Braunschweig, we develop and manufacture battery systems for electric and hybrid vehicles for the Volkswagen Group. This includes the design and development of high‑voltage battery systems as well as the associated electronics and software. The “Testing and Validation” department ensures that all functions and projects within battery development meet our high requirements for functionality, robustness, and safety through extensive testing. The continuous advancement of our testing methods, processes, tools, and infrastructure forms the foundation for the high quality of our high‑voltage battery systems. In this dynamic environment, we are looking for individuals interested in a student role to support our team starting in April 2026.

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Mitarbeit bei vielfältigen Themen in der Entwicklung in der Batteriesicherheit von HV-Batteriesystemen
  • Eigenständiges Sichten, Weiterverarbeiten und Aufbereiten von Daten aus verschiedenen Integrationsstufen (Zelle, Modul/Stack, System)
  • Einarbeitung in Tools der Datenanalyse, mehrheitlich Python
  • Unterstützung bei der Interpretation der erhobenen Daten und Erstellung von Berichten und präsentationsreifen Unterlagen in gängigen MS Office Anwendungen
  • Mitwirken bei der Entwicklung neuer Methoden oder Werkzeuge zur Optimierung des Testings

Qualification requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s studies in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or a comparable field with good academic performance
  • Knowledge of data analysis methods, e.g., using Matlab, Python
  • Confident use of Microsoft Office applicationsPreferred: initial experience in battery technology
  • High level of self‑motivation and initiative
  • Structured working style and solution‑oriented approach to complex tasks
  • German language level C1
  • English language level B2

The following documents must be submitted within your application

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Current certificate of enrolment
  • Current transcript of records
  • Work permit for non-EU citizen

Keywords

Thermal Propagation, PythonInnovationskraft, Nachhaltige Mobilität, Interdisziplinäre Zusammenarbeit

 


Contact person for this posting: Sina Decker

 

 

Work environment

At the E‑Mobility Competence Center in Braunschweig, we develop and manufacture battery systems for electric and hybrid vehicles for the Volkswagen Group. This includes the design and development of high‑voltage battery systems as well as the associated electronics and software. The “Testing and Validation” department ensures that all functions and projects within battery development meet our high requirements for functionality, robustness, and safety through extensive testing. The continuous advancement of our testing methods, processes, tools, and infrastructure forms the foundation for the high quality of our high‑voltage battery systems. In this dynamic environment, we are looking for individuals interested in a student role to support our team starting in April 2026.

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Mitarbeit bei vielfältigen Themen in der Entwicklung in der Batteriesicherheit von HV-Batteriesystemen
  • Eigenständiges Sichten, Weiterverarbeiten und Aufbereiten von Daten aus verschiedenen Integrationsstufen (Zelle, Modul/Stack, System)
  • Einarbeitung in Tools der Datenanalyse, mehrheitlich Python
  • Unterstützung bei der Interpretation der erhobenen Daten und Erstellung von Berichten und präsentationsreifen Unterlagen in gängigen MS Office Anwendungen
  • Mitwirken bei der Entwicklung neuer Methoden oder Werkzeuge zur Optimierung des Testings

Qualification requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s studies in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Chemistry or a comparable field with good academic performance
  • Knowledge of data analysis methods, e.g., using Matlab, Python
  • Confident use of Microsoft Office applicationsPreferred: initial experience in battery technology
  • High level of self‑motivation and initiative
  • Structured working style and solution‑oriented approach to complex tasks
  • German language level C1
  • English language level B2

The following documents must be submitted within your application

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Current certificate of enrolment
  • Current transcript of records
  • Work permit for non-EU citizen

Keywords

Thermal Propagation, PythonInnovationskraft, Nachhaltige Mobilität, Interdisziplinäre Zusammenarbeit

 


Contact person for this posting: Sina Decker

Job ID:  20799
Company:  Volkswagen AG
Location: 

Braunschweig, DE, 38037

Department:  Battery and E-mobility
Career Level:  Interns
Working Model:  Full-time
Contract Type:  Fixed-term
Remote Working:  Up to 40%
Posting Date:  Jan 16, 2026

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