Internship - Virtual Development (all genders welcome)

Audi; Neckarsulm; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Audi in Neckarsulm is offering an internship in virtual development for modern drive systems. You will validate software across drive technologies and create automated test sequences and pipelines.

The role includes developing tools in Python, exploring AI-assisted methods, and analyzing measurement data to inform further development. Ideal candidates are studying electrical engineering, computer science, or related fields, with strong German and English, and a willingness to learn quickly in a

Qualifications

• Student in electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical, automotive, mechatronics or related field.
• Strong German and English written and spoken skills.
• Fundamentals of control unit and automotive technology.
• Programming basics with Python, plus familiarity with AI-assisted development tools.
• Initial knowledge of test automation or CI/CD processes is a plus.
• Analytical mindset and ability to interpret technical measurement data.
• Experience with tests, test benches, measurement tech, or programming is beneficial.
• Willingness to learn quickly, take initiative, and work independently in a team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to virtual development of drive system software and validation.
• Develop and implement automated test sequences and CI/CD pipelines.
• Automate development and testing processes and modify the test object.
• Support operation of test benches during development and validation.
• Plan and conduct component and system tests.
• Develop tools and scripts, e.g., in Python.
• Explore AI-supported methods for development and testing.
• Familiarize with electrified/hybrid drive interactions within the vehicle.
• Analyze measurement data, document results, and derive insights.
• Prepare results for presentation to the team and stakeholders.

Skills

Python

German language

English language

CI/CD basics

AI tools experience

Test automation

Measurement data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical engineering / computer science student

Tools

Python

Job description

Work Environment

During your internship, you will contribute to the virtual development of modern drive systems at the Audi site in Neckarsulm. The department is part of Technical Development at AUDI AG and focuses on validating software and functions for different drive technologies. These range from combustion engines and electric machines to power electronics.The team develops and tests new methods, processes and virtual X-in-the-Loop test environments. These environments enable control unit software to be tested efficiently, reproducibly and in accordance with defined quality requirements. The scope ranges from individual components to the complete vehicle. The resulting solutions contribute to meeting legal requirements and maintaining the quality standards expected by Audi customers.

Job Purpose/Role

• You will gain insights into the networking and communication of control units within modern drive systems
• You will contribute to the development and implementation of virtual test environments for drive system control unit software
• You will create and operate automated test sequences and test pipelines based on Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment principles
• You will automate development and testing processes, including software testing and deployment as well as modifications to the test object, known as the Device under Test
• You will support the operation of test benches as part of development and validation activities
• You will plan, support and conduct tests at component and system level
• You will develop your own tools and scripts, for example using Python
• You will explore AI-supported methods for development and testing processes
• You will become familiar with modern electrified and hybrid drive systems and how they interact within the complete vehicle
• You will analyze measurement data, document the results and derive insights for further development
• You will prepare your results clearly and present them to the team and the departments involved

Key Requirements/Skills/Experience

• You are studying electrical engineering, computer science, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, mechatronics or a comparable degree program
• You have very good written and spoken German and English skills
• You are familiar with the fundamentals of control unit and automotive technology
• You bring initial programming skills, ideally in Python, as well as initial experience with AI-supported development tools
• You ideally have initial knowledge of test automation or experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment processes
• You demonstrate strong analytical skills and an interest in evaluating and interpreting technical measurement data
• You have ideally gained initial practical experience in conducting tests, working with test benches or measurement technology, or programming
• You quickly familiarize yourself with new topics and demonstrate initiative as well as a structured and independent approach to your work
• You enjoy working as part of a team, communicate clearly and interact confidently with different contactsYou will agree on your internship period in close alignment with the department.