TOYOTA is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global corporation. Founded in 1937. Toyota now sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350.000 people. Based in Brussels, Belgium, and staffed by 2.700 people and more than 60 nationalities, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) handles the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts & accessories, and manages Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.

We are excited to be transforming into a mobility company focusing on bringing even more happiness to our customers through various mobility solutions.

Team/division description

Embedded in the R&D organisation, European Projects (EP) is in charge of development of local vehicles, coordinating the Innovation activities accross the organisation, and planning the Carbon Neutral transformation and Circular Economy. EP is the point where long term innovation meets market implementation.

Your project

During your internship you will support the established I&TM team in

• The further development of the usage of the dedicated innovation management tool, iTonics, to:
  • Manage our Innovation process
  • Exploit Public funded project opportunities
  • Plan the future direction through technology road maps
• Practical organization of Innovation campaigns (Idea generation, selection, etc…)

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• You are fluent in English (TME’s business language)
• Student in higher education with at least 2 years of study completed (Engineering Science, Business Engineering, Engineering Technology)
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, speaking), proficiency in other languages is an asset
• You have an open personality and able to work independently in a multi-cultural business environment
• You have a passion for innovation and bringing value to customers

Place of employment

• Belgium - Brussels (Zaventem): Toyota Motor Europe, Technical Centre

Starting date

• Target is April 1st, 2024 but open for discussion

Duration

•  6 months (shorter can be discussed)

Confidentiality

Due to business requirement, not all performed projects can be reflected in the internship report. This issue needs to be discussed with candidate/school in advance.

It is mandatory that applicants are students for the entire period of the internship.

We can only accept students with an EEA or Swiss citizenship (not requiring a work permit or visa to be eligible to perform an internship in Belgium)

We offer

Please check our Career and Benefits page.

At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all. All our recruitment decisions are based on the individual and their qualifications along with the job requirements. The selection process is without regard to nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, ethnicity, disability or other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination as our individual experiences and overall diversity is our key strength. Together we have the power to make a positive change and go beyond the ordinary.

If you need any specific consideration for the interview process due to disability or any other reason, please let the recruiter know.