R&D Intern

Forvia; Nanterre; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader, is seeking a student in engineering to support the development and monitoring of R&D dashboards and performance KPIs, ensuring consistency and comparability across Business Groups. Working in English, you will contribute to digital transformation initiatives and assist in aligning initiatives with the group’s innovation roadmap.

You will collaborate with Group IT and Business Groups to harmonize digital and AI tools, help deploy R&D initiatives,

Qualifications

• Student in Engineering school with an interest in R&D processes.
• Fluent in English; working language will be English.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Excel and programming basics (Python, HTML) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support development and monitoring of R&D dashboards and KPIs.
• Contribute to digital transformation and AI projects.
• Collaborate with GIT and Business Groups to harmonize tools.
• Assist in deployment and follow-up of R&D initiatives.
• Support R&D knowledge-sharing events.

Skills

Engineering mindset

English fluency

Excel

Python

HTML

Team player

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering school student

Tools

Python

HTML

Excel

Job description

Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leaderWe pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.Your mission, roles and responsibilitiesSupport the development and monitoring of R&D dashboards and performance KPIs to ensure consistency and comparability across Business Groups.Contribute to R&D process improvement and standardization, identifying opportunities to make workflows leaner and more efficient.Participate in Digital and AI projects within the Group R&D Department, helping to align ongoing initiatives with Forvia’s global innovation roadmap.Collaborate with Business Groups and Group Information Technology (GIT) to support the harmonization and massification of digital and AI tools.Assist in the deployment and follow-up of R&D initiatives, ensuring coherent execution across all Business Groups.Contribute to R&D network animation, supporting the preparation and organization of events such as the R&D AI Hub and other cross-departmental knowledge-sharing activities.Your profile and competencies to succeedThe ideal candidate will have/be:Student in Engineering schoolFluent in English: Working language will be EnglishR&D processes, digital transformation interestGood team-workerInternational mindsetGood communication and interpersonal skills, (network animation)Good analytical and synthesis skillsGood level with Microsoft Excel, programming knowledge (Microsoft Office suite, Python, HTML…)What we can do for youAt 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 usFORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated revenue of 26.2 billion euros prior to IFRS 5. FORVIA SE is listed on the Euronext Paris market under the FRVIA mnemonic code and is a component of the SBF 120 index.FORVIA aims to be a change maker committed to foreseeing and making the mobility transformation happen. www.forvia.com