Internship: R&D Hydrogen Tank Development

In a nutshell

Analyze materials for hydrogen fuel cell components, establish H2 liner testing, and explore CFRP recycling. Support Toyota’s innovative and sustainable fuel cell development in a hands-on lab setting.

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

Material Engineering division (ME) is part of the R&D group at Toyota Motor Europe Technical Center in Zaventem, Belgium. By utilization of wide and deep material knowledge as well as evaluation & analysis capability, its mission is to conduct research, to develop and to introduce attractive & environment-friendly materials.

The Fuel Cell (FC) technology team is responsible of investigating and developing innovative technologies to reduce cost and/or improve performance of FCEV: from the FC stack to the hydrogen tank, the team supports the introduction of these technology to the final product and contribute to strengthening the Toyota image in Europe.

Your project

Your activity will mainly cover (but not exclusively):

• Characterization and analysis of mandrel materials for filament winding
• Establishment of H2 liner testing devices and procedures (e.g. H2 permeability)
• Recycling of carbon fiber reinforced plastics

You will use different approaches to deal with these topics, from literature study to material characterization to actual sample production and testing. The goal will be to identify technology gaps and issues, suggest solutions and improvement.

You will work closely with different members and possibly different divisions, and the achievements during your internship will support improving EU capabilities of TME in the FC materials development.

Your Profile

• You are fluent in English (TME’s business language
• Master in Materials/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering
• Familiar with material analytical techniques with hands-on working style
• Preferably knowledge about polymers and composites / CFRP
• Quick and eager learner with a flexible mind and genuine curiosity in technology
• Team player with good communication skills inside a multicultural environment.
• Basic computer skills: (MS Office), any data analysis and CAE knowledge is an asset

Starting date

•  April - May 2025

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.