Vehicle Testing Engineer Intern (Freiwilliges Praktikum)

Location: Germany (Braunschweig)

Duration: 6 months, Full-time

Type: Voluntary Internship (Freiwilliges Praktikum)

About The Role

We are looking for a motivated Vehicle Testing Engineer Intern to join our European real-vehicle testing team. You will participate in on-road testing of autonomous driving and ADAS systems, identify and document issues, perform data analysis, and deliver structured test reports to drive product improvement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct real-vehicle road testing on designated routes across European cities, following standardized test procedures
• Record and classify test issues in real time, including takeover events, system anomalies, and edge cases
• Analyze test data, identify root causes and patterns, and produce structured test reports with clear conclusions and actionable feedback
• Collaborate with R&D and product teams to communicate field findings and track issue resolution
• Develop and maintain scripts and tools (such as Python or JavaScript) to automate data processing, streamline test workflows, and improve reporting efficiency
• Support test planning, route management, and vehicle preparation as needed

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automotive Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Valid European driver's license (Category B), comfortable with extended driving sessions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, well-structured reports
• Basic programming skills in Python, JavaScript, or similar languages for scripting and data processing
• Proficiency in English; German or Chinese is a plus
• Familiarity with ADAS or autonomous driving concepts is preferred but not required

Nice to Have

• Experience with vehicle testing, road testing, or QA processes
• Knowledge of data visualization tools or reporting frameworks
• Familiarity with issue tracking systems such as Jira or Feishu/Lark
• Understanding of European traffic regulations and road environments

What We Offer

• Hands-on experience with cutting-edge autonomous driving technology
• Exposure to full-cycle testing workflows, from test execution to data analysis to stakeholder reporting
• A collaborative, international team environment based in Europe
• Mentorship from experienced engineers and opportunities for professional growth