Working Student - AI usage in test automation, portfolio validation and processes (m/f/d)

Working Student - AI usage in test automation, portfolio validation and processes (m/f/d)

Job ID:  27558
Company:  CARIAD SE
Location: 

Ingolstadt, DE, 85053

Department:  Apprenticeship & Study
Career Level:  Students
Working Model:  Part-time
Contract Type:  Fixed-term
Remote Working:  By agreement
Posting Date:  Jul 2, 2026

Working Student - AI usage in test automation, portfolio validation and processes (m/f/d)

We are CARIAD, the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group. Our teams build automotive software platforms and digital customer functions for iconic brands like Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche – supporting the Volkswagen Group in becoming the leading automotive technology company. With CARIDIANS in Germany, the USA, China, Estonia, and India, we are transforming automotive mobility for everyone.

Join us and be part of this exciting journey!

YOUR TEAM

T1 Connect and Cloud provides the communication and services platform for Volkswagen Group’s Connected Vehicle Fleet. 

You will be part of a cross-functional product team that shapes impactful digital services. To support our Call Services team, we are currently looking for a working student. Our team drives the development of innovative customer-facing call service functions (e.g., emergency call, breakdown call, call for help) across multiple vehicle platforms. We work in an agile setup with strong collaboration between development, testing, and system analysis. The focus lies on ensuring high reliability, regulatory compliance, and the continuous improvement of our software and processes. 

You will work in a stable agile setup with multiple development teams that work with high ownership and end-to-end responsibility. You will collaborate closely with the ART roles (like Product Manager, Product Owner, System Architects) and Business Owners, and stakeholders to ensure a consistent and user-centric product experience. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Build agent-based orchestration concepts for development and test processes 
  • Identify and structure automation potentials in testing and data analysis 
  • Execute tests incl. evaluation, pre-analysis, and technical classification 
  • Create prompt-based complex test cases and reusable documentation 
  • Support ticket pre-analysis and deep-dive analysis for defect resolution 
  • Improve and structure existing workflows and information flows 

WHO YOU ARE

  • Enrolled student in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar 
  • First experience in software development, testing with test racks, or data analysis 
  • Strong analytical thinking and structured working style 
  • Interest in AI-based systems and automation approaches 
  • Basic knowledge of scripting or programming (e.g. Python) 
  • Good communication skills in English (German is a plus) 

NICE TO KNOW

  • Remote work options within Germany                     
  • Duration: 6 months (with the option to extend up to two years) 
  • 20 hours/week, up to 35 hours/week during the semester break 
  • Salary: 17,80€/hour 

At CARIAD, we embrace individuality and diversity because we believe our differences make us stronger. We actively seek to build teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability, please reach out to us at careers@cariad.technology - we are happy to support you.

We are CARIAD, the automotive software company of the Volkswagen Group. Our teams build automotive software platforms and digital customer functions for iconic brands like Audi, Volkswagen, and Porsche – supporting the Volkswagen Group in becoming the leading automotive technology company. With CARIDIANS in Germany, the USA, China, Estonia, and India, we are transforming automotive mobility for everyone.

Join us and be part of this exciting journey!

YOUR TEAM

T1 Connect and Cloud provides the communication and services platform for Volkswagen Group’s Connected Vehicle Fleet. 

You will be part of a cross-functional product team that shapes impactful digital services. To support our Call Services team, we are currently looking for a working student. Our team drives the development of innovative customer-facing call service functions (e.g., emergency call, breakdown call, call for help) across multiple vehicle platforms. We work in an agile setup with strong collaboration between development, testing, and system analysis. The focus lies on ensuring high reliability, regulatory compliance, and the continuous improvement of our software and processes. 

You will work in a stable agile setup with multiple development teams that work with high ownership and end-to-end responsibility. You will collaborate closely with the ART roles (like Product Manager, Product Owner, System Architects) and Business Owners, and stakeholders to ensure a consistent and user-centric product experience. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Build agent-based orchestration concepts for development and test processes 
  • Identify and structure automation potentials in testing and data analysis 
  • Execute tests incl. evaluation, pre-analysis, and technical classification 
  • Create prompt-based complex test cases and reusable documentation 
  • Support ticket pre-analysis and deep-dive analysis for defect resolution 
  • Improve and structure existing workflows and information flows 

WHO YOU ARE

  • Enrolled student in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar 
  • First experience in software development, testing with test racks, or data analysis 
  • Strong analytical thinking and structured working style 
  • Interest in AI-based systems and automation approaches 
  • Basic knowledge of scripting or programming (e.g. Python) 
  • Good communication skills in English (German is a plus) 

NICE TO KNOW

  • Remote work options within Germany                     
  • Duration: 6 months (with the option to extend up to two years) 
  • 20 hours/week, up to 35 hours/week during the semester break 
  • Salary: 17,80€/hour 

At CARIAD, we embrace individuality and diversity because we believe our differences make us stronger. We actively seek to build teams with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability, please reach out to us at careers@cariad.technology - we are happy to support you.

Job ID:  27558
Company:  CARIAD SE
Location: 

Ingolstadt, DE, 85053

Department:  Apprenticeship & Study
Career Level:  Students
Working Model:  Part-time
Contract Type:  Fixed-term
Remote Working:  By agreement
Posting Date:  Jul 2, 2026

Why CARIAD?

We believe that how we work together is just as important as the technology we create. We strive to take action with a can-do attitude, and value speed over perfection. We aim to collaborate with mutual trust, taking accountability for our actions. We foster transparency and welcome diverse perspectives as we learn, adapt, and grow together

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