Brief Role Description
Are you interested in metallic materials science and modern manufacturing technology? Would you like to make your contribution to a resource-saving and ecological mobility of tomorrow? Then our multidisciplinary team at Volkswagen Group Innovation is the right place for you. We conduct research for a sustainable future for all brands in the Volkswagen Group and examine the entire process chain, from material development to recycling. As part of your internship/bachelor thesis/master thesis, you will evaluate new materials for the use in vehicle bodies. You have access to a comprehensive materials laboratory and the opportunity to contribute and deepen your practical skills.
Possible Tasks within this Role
* Characterize the materials using appropriate testing methods like tensile testing, hardness measurement
* Perform FEM simulations for the forming processes
* Evaluate the test results in collaboration with colleagues from the group
* Estimate the applicability of new steel materials for automotive application
* Prepare the results and presenting them in internal meetings
Qualification requirements
* Students majoring in materials science, surface technology, mechanical engineering or comparable courses
* Knowledge of materials and materials testing, especially in steels as well as sheet metal forming and FEM Simulation of metal forming processes
* Good to very good academic performance
* Quick comprehension/ high commitment /precise and conscientious work and willingness to communicate with colleagues from all disciplines
* German or English language level B2
The following documents must be submitted with the application
* Cover letter and Curriculum vitae
* Current certificate of enrolment
* Current transcript of records In the case of a compulsory internship,
* An additional certificate from the university
* Work permit for non-EU citizens
Keywords
Prozessparameter, Werkstoffcharakterisierung, Blechumformung
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Kontakt für diese Ausschreibung: Hartmut Fromm