What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internship Vehicle Dynamic Data Processing position at Toyota Motor Europe?
In a nutshell
Support Toyota's chassis division by enhancing handling data analysis tools. Develop and integrate MATLAB scripts to process test data, refine KPIs, and validate results for improved vehicle dynamics.
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
Chassis Division’s responsibility is:
1) Development of chassis parts and systems (suspension, tyres, steering, brake, wheels, shifter, steering wheel, …) to achieve the highest driving performance and quality at a competitive price.
2) Local development of chassis parts for vehicles built in Toyota’s European assembly plants. This activity is done in close cooperation with local suppliers and Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan.
3) Investigation and pre-development of new European technologies.
We are inspired by the Toyota Way principles, and we challenge to provide final customers with best quality products with the continuous improvement mindset.
Your project
Background
One of the most important aspects of vehicle dynamics performance is the development of vehicle handling, it means how well the vehicle responds to steering inputs from the driver.
To enhance vehicle manoeuvrability, analysis tools are continuously improved with a strong focus on the post-processing of handling data obtained from test measurements and simulations.
Tasks
The main task of the internship is to contribute to a better Toyota vehicle development by the extension of an automated tool to process handling evaluation data coming from test tracks. In that goal, the following steps are foreseen:
Your Profile
Education level required:
Preference for candidates from Automotive / Mechanical / Computer Sciences Engineering
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have willingness to learn and be passionate about automotive products.
Technical skills / Expertise / Knowledge:
- Advanced knowledge of coding (Matlab is a must)
- Knowledge about vehicle dynamics
- Background in handling data analysis is an asset
- Analytical approach and problem-solving mindset
Behavioural skills / Key competencies:
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal & written)
- Team player
- Pro-active and persistent
- Self-confident
- Proceed job with own initiative
- Motivated to learn about Toyota
- Respectful of confidentiality and security measures
- At ease with Japanese culture and respectful of cultural differences
Other skills (Languages, IT, …):
- Fluent in English (TME’s business language)
- Japanese or other languages is an asset
- Good knowledge of office IT tools
You have a Toyota DNA, this means you:
- Courage: you are ready to let go of the easy path to reach challenging targets
- Collaboration: you are a team player, respectful and inclusive in your style and you take a customer-oriented approach
- Creativity: your passion drives you to explore innovative ideas and challenge the impossible
- Curiosity: you combine imagination and fact-based observation
- Coaching: you share knowledge and feedback with your colleagues and celebrate each other’s success
Starting date
- February 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.
