What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internship Innovation & Technology Management position at Toyota Motor Europe?
In a nutshell
Support Toyota’s innovation team by managing idea campaigns, using iTonics to track tech roadmaps and funding opportunities, and shaping the future of carbon-neutral, circular mobility solutions.
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
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…)
Your Profile
Your profile
- 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 June 1st, 2025 but open for discussion
Duration
Target is 6 months, shorter can be discussed
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.
