Internship at Toyota Motor Europe focuses on improving a MATLAB-based vehicle dynamics data processing tool. You’ll analyze test and simulation data, develop scripts, and validate results to support vehicle performance evaluation (handling, ride, steering). Ideal candidates have strong MATLAB skills, an analytical mindset, and basic vehicle dynamics knowledge. The role emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and innovation within the R&D Chassis division. 

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           

Vehicle Dynamics Group responsibility is to develop vehicle dynamics performances of new models.

Inspired by the Toyota Way principles, we are committed to delivering the highest-quality products to our customers while embracing a mindset of continuous improvement.

Your project

Background

Vehicle dynamics encompasses key aspects of a vehicle’s behavior, including handling, ride comfort, and steering feel. Each of these performance areas is defined by a set of detailed performance aspects, which can be assessed using objective data obtained through testing or simulation. To extract meaningful insights and assess performance, this data must be processed using dedicated analysis tools. These tools are continuously updated and enhanced to improve accuracy, efficiency, and analytical capability.

Tasks

The main objective of the internship is to support Toyota’s vehicle development process by enhancing an automated tool used to process objective data from test tracks and simulations. To achieve this, the following activities are planned:

1. Familiarization with Toyota’s methodology for evaluating vehicle dynamics, as well as with the capabilities and limitations of the existing data‑processing tools.
2. Development or improvement of parametric scripts in MATLAB to analyse measurement data from a wide range of tests. This includes signal processing, KPI parameterization, and data analysis.
3. Validation of the developed or updated tools to ensure accuracy, robustness, and consistency.
4. Application of the tools to real datasets, including post‑processing and performance analysis.

• Advanced knowledge of coding (Matlab is a must)
• Knowledge about vehicle dynamics
• Background in vehicle dynamics data analysis is an asset
• Analytical approach and problem-solving mindset

• Fluent in English (TME’s business language)
• Good knowledge of office IT tools

Preference for candidates from Automotive / Mechanical / Computer Sciences Engineering

Starting date

•  August 2026

Duration

•  6 months

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 a dynamic multicultural work environment with broad opportunities to learn every day and exciting career pathways that help you explore different disciplines or areas of expertise.

Your benefits

• Flexible working hours and hybrid working (homeworking, 10 days from abroad);
• Company restaurant – Warm dishes, salads and desserts daily, including Japanese and traditional Belgian specialties, as well as a vegan/vegetarian option;
• Sport facilities – Tennis, squash, volleyball, football and softball pitches are available at various Toyota sites;
• Team building activities and other personnel related events;
• Programs to support your physical and social well-being.

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.