Student Internship in the area of Control & Virtual Simulation for Hardware-in-the-Loop (HiL) Environments

Our Team

Since the 2026 season, Audi has been competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship.

The new team has three locations. The Motorsport Competence Center of Audi in Neuburg (Germany) is considered one of the most modern of its kind in Europe. The Formula 1 factory of Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil (Switzerland) is known for its innovative technologies and passion for racing. The Audi Motorsport Technology Center in UK is in its launch phase and growing continuously. Our Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for the development of the chassis and race operations.

What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history.

Our internships as well as thesis projects last at least four months, are full-time, and we offer fair compensation.

This position is scheduled to start from October 2026. To apply, we require a current CV, relevant certificates, a certificate of enrollment, and, if applicable, your university’s examination regulations as well as an up-to-date, official transcript of records. You are also welcome to tell us more about yourself in a motivation letter.

Important Information

Applicants from the EU require a valid ID card or passport; applicants from non-EU countries require a residence permit and, if applicable, a work permit.

Please note that all theses are subject to a confidentiality clause, and an additional non-disclosure agreement with the university supervisor may be required.

This position is to be filled at Audi Formula Racing GmbH in Neuburg (Germany).

In your role as an intern, you will support the team in developing real-time target Hardware-in-the-Loop software. Here you can develop digital twins of our F1 power unit and car and test actual ECU software which runs our R26 car.

Your Mission

• Model-based software development in MATLAB/Simulink
• Development and testing of MATLAB/Simulink-based tools
• Embedded software testing validation on HIL systems
• Data analysis to validate the functionality of digital-twin PU models
• Test Automation development
• Collaborate with SW Controls Team in HIL daily operations
  
  

Your Profile

• You have successfully completed your undergraduate studies in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a comparable field
• You possess very good knowledge of Simulink modeling and MATLAB programming
• You have an interest in coding/modeling for real-time systems
• Knowledge of modern hybrid powertrains is an advantage
• You have strong critical thinking skills when developing and evaluating new ideas
• A structured and analytical way of thinking is one of your strengths
• A goal-oriented, independent, and structured way of working comes naturally to you
• Strong implementation skills as well as a high level of motivation and initiative are among your strengths
• You are a strong team player
• Good English skills complete your profile (German is an advantage but not mandatory)
  
  

About Us

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and expressly welcome applications from people with disabilities. We look forward to reviewing your application and having you join the team as part/or full-time employee in our pursuit of excellence in Formula 1.