Intern Parts & Accessories (All genders welcome)
Estimated take-home
Monthly net after taxes & social security
€1,814/mo+
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Kia Europe posted this role. Below, we break down what it means for a working student in Frankfurt: your weekly hours, take-home pay and visa limits. You can also open ChatGPT or Claude with a ready-made prompt to tailor your CV, check your fit, draft a cover letter or prep for the interview.
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Description provided by Kia Europe
We Have An Exciting Opportunity For You As
Intern Parts & Accessories (All genders welcome)
As an intern within our Ownership Experience Department you support the Parts & Accessories team in supervision of backorder management and assist in product portfolio management processes.
>> Starting from September 2026 - Minimum of 6 months (possible prolongation for up to 12 months).
The Requirements
For your internship at Kia Europe you need to be enrolled during the whole internship period in a university within the European Union, preferably in Germany. Furthermore, you need a valid visa and an unrestricted permit to work in Germany. We recommend completing a six-month internship with us, as this gives you sufficient time to learn about Kia Europe and familiarize yourself with your topic.
Your Mission
Monitor the parts backorder (BO) activity:
- Receive and assess the BO escalation by 14 European subsidiaries.
- Forward to supplier/Mobis Parts Europe (MPE) qualified Bos and ensure MPE’s follow-up.
- Monitor MPE BOs resolution and create weekly overview.
- Monitor & track the new product development.
- Conduct desk research for competitive insights and benchmark analyses (eg. Pricing).
- Prepare and assist in workshops & meetings with markets and internal stakeholders.
- Align with Mobis Parts Europe (MPE) on portfolio and market expansion.
- Identify and collect suitable cores from dealer network.
- Monitor & track milestones, timelines and explore on future market demand.
- Execute and prepare market surveys.
- Support and track solving urgent market matters and requests beyond backorders.
- Assist in preparing regular business meetings, minutes and follow-ups.
- Bachelor`s / Master`s student ideally in Business Administration, Economics, Logistics, Inventory or related fields.
- Ideally technical background and/or previous internship/working student in related field.
- Technical understanding in automotive.
- Strong analytical attitude & approach.
- Savviness in desk research.
- Strong skills in project management & organization.
- Good verbal and written English communication skills (other European language knowledge is an advantage, particularly German).
- Resilient team player, positive thinking, flexibility and ability to adapt in a multicultural and fast moving environment.
- Monthly gross salary:€2,550
- Engaging events and celebrations
- Smart Working: Core hours from 10 am to 3 pm, remote work 2 days per week
- Job Ticket
- Free lunch in our canteen
- LinkedIn Learning License
- Inspiration Hour
Kia is a global mobility brand driven by a clear ambition: to create sustainable mobility solutions for people, communities, and societies around the world. Since 1944, we’ve continuously evolved - from manufacturing bicycles and motorcycles to shaping today’s electric vehicles and mobility landscape.
Today, Kia is spearheading the shift toward electrified and battery electric mobility, expanding innovative services, and inspiring millions to explore new ways of moving. Our brand slogan, Movement that inspires, reflects our belief that progress and innovation should spark new ideas, new possibilities, and a better future for all.
Kia Europe is the regional sales and manufacturing arm of Kia Corporation. From our headquarters in Frankfurt, we support 39 markets across Europe and the Caucasus, powered by a diverse team of more than 5,000 colleagues representing 50+ nationalities - including around 3,500 blue collar employees at our state of the art plant in Žilina, Slovakia.
At Kia, every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute to the future of mobility. Our international, ambitious, and collaborative teams are the driving force behind our success - and we believe that the right people, empowered and inspired, can make extraordinary things happen.
Ready to move your career forward with us?
We look forward to getting to know you.
Should You Still Have Doubts, We Also Offer
- A vibrant international atmosphere where our workforce represents 50+ nations.
- Playing a pivotal role in shaping Kia's culture in Europe, actively contributing to its development.
- Exploring new solutions, where your creative input matters significantly.
- Enjoying a competitive compensation package, including a Job ticket, consistent on-the-job training, a complimentary staff restaurant, and engaging company events.
Working student essentials
What this Logistics internship in Frankfurt means for you: the pay rules, the social contributions, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Internships have no 20-hour cap, but a voluntary internship longer than three months generally has to pay at least the German minimum wage. Mandatory internships in your study programme are exempt.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Mandatory internships are largely exempt from social contributions. Voluntary internships are treated like regular employment once they run long enough, so contributions usually apply.
Check your insuranceInternational students
Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.
Studying in Germany
