What are the responsibilities and job description for the internship in Data Science and AI Optimization position at Toyota Motor Europe?
In a nutshell
Support Toyota’s Powertrain Division by enhancing Python algorithms, analyzing customer driving/charging behavior, and testing V2X usage impact. Ideal for data science/AI-focused students.
Company Information
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.
Your team and your responsibilities
Team/division description
As part of R&D organization, the Powertrain Division is responsible for local development of powertrains for vehicles built in one of the production plants, and for planning and research of new European technologies. Latest focus points include electrification, big data and connectivity.
Your project
R&D is building a strong focus on developing & using Big Data techniques. Such kind of Big Data techniques include AI optimization methods. Included in the Connected powertrain department you will:
- Understand, further develop & improve existing Python algorithms.
- Analyse customer driving and charging style and propose scenarios of V2X usage.
- Test methodologies for evaluate impact of V2X usage on durability and propose logics to protect the vehicle
Your Profile
- You are fluent in English (TME’s business language)
- Master of Science or equivalent student (ideally Statistical analysis/data science/ machine learning/ automotive).
- You have a European EEA citizenship. (not requiring a visa to work in Belgium).
- You must be a student for the entire duration of the internship.
- Knowledge in computer programming, big data, machine learning.
- Basic knowledge on V2G/V2H technologies.
- Excellent knowledge of Python & Git.
- Able to summarize and explain complex technical information in a clear and visual way.
- You are a well organized and autonomous mindset person
- Basic skills with Office suite is a must.
Starting date
- March- April
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
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.
A truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace
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.
