Intern Future Digital Engineering – Focus on Lightweight Construction and Structural Simulation

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Number: MER0003UXK Mercedes-Benz AG is a pioneer in the automotive industry that continuously strives for technological breakthroughs. At the Sindelfingen site, our ''Future Digital Engineering'' department focuses on the development and optimization of structural components through advanced calculation methods. In our international team, we work at the interface of research and innovation to increase the performance of our vehicles through lightweight design concepts and efficient structural solutions. At the heart of our activity is the application of the finite element method (FEM) for detailed structural analyses. We perform both linear and non-linear simulations and cover a wide range of stress scenarios, from static load cases to complex dynamic events. After the internship there is the possibility to continue your practical experience through a scientific deepening in the form of a final thesis. This gives you the chance to combine your theoretical knowledge with practical application and gain deeper insights into the interdisciplinary working of automotive development. Your tasks: incorporation into existing FE models and their modification to improve model quality

Development of scripts for evaluating FE calculations using Python or MATLAB

Active participation in carrying out FE calculations, which can include both quasi-static and dynamic analyses

Possibility to expand expertise through insights into adjacent areas and participation in in interdisciplinary projects

What we offer: Practical experience: insights into the latest developments in vehicle technology and the opportunity to participate in real projects that have a direct impact on the future of mobility

Innovative working environment: working in an international team that focuses on innovation and continuous improvement, and access to the latest technologies and tools

Final thesis: option for the continuation of the projects started in the internship in a final thesis, with the possibility of practical application and deepening theoretical knowledge

Corporate culture: a dynamic and supportive working environment that appreciates diversity and encourages creative solutions

The activity can begin from February 2026.

Studies in the field of mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, civil engineering, vehicle engineering, simulation technology, mathematics or a comparable degree course (a completed bachelor's degree is desirable, but not absolutely necessary)

Very good language skills in German and English

Funded IT skills, especially in the handling of FE preprocessors, FE-Solvern, FE-Postprocessors and programming skills, as well as safe handling of MS-Office

Good knowledge of mechanics and finite element method as well as first experience in numerical simulation with applications such as LS-DYNA, Optistruct, Pam crash or Abaqus

Individual initiative, team skills, enthusiasm and a structured, independent and analytical way of working

Additional information: We are looking forward to your online application with CV, lettering, certificates, current enrollment certificate with a specification of the semester, if necessary. Compulsory internship certificate and proof of the regular study period. Please do not forget to mark your documents as ''relevant for this application' in the online form and note the maximum file size of 5 MB. Further information on the setting criteria can be found here. Disabled and equalized applicants are welcome! The severely disabled representative (SBV-Sindelfingen@mercedes-benz.com) is happy to support you in the application process. HR Services will be happy to help you with questions about the application process. You can reach us by email via myhrservice@mercedes-benz.com or by phone at 0711/17-99000 (Mo-Fr 10-12am & 13-15am).

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