VG IIP Software Engineer

Volvo Group
The Volvo Group is one of the world?s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment, drive systems for marine and industrial applications. We are a global company with about 115,000 employees, production facilities in 18 countries and sales in more than 190 markets. Our trucks, buses, construction equipment and engines are involved in many of the functions that most of us rely on every day. Our vision is to become the world leader in sustainable transport solutions.

Learn more about the Volvo Group at: www.volvogroup.com.

International internship program for students in Volvo Group Preferred Talent Partner universities

Imagine yourself working with some of the sharpest and creative brains in the transport and infrastructure industry, developing cutting-edge technology and sustainable transport solutions that will change the future of society.

Imagine yourself working with a company that really believes that people are its driving force, fostering a culture of energy, passion and respect for the individual. A company where your voice is heard and your ideas matter. Together we move the world.

The Volvo Group International Internship Program is an exclusive concept where we invite you, as a student at one of our Preferred Talent Partner universities, to apply for an international internship within the Volvo Group. We are looking for an intern to help us shape a new future, the future of sustainable transport solutions. This calls for an extraordinary person, not only in terms of academic results, but also in terms of innovative thinking and social and communicative skills. Energy, creativity and the will to share your experiences with a team are essential to a successful internship with us.

Position profile & Commitment to participate in the APP International Internship Program 2013

Information about the work tasks/responsibilities:
The Electrical Propulsion Control group work with the control strategies and software development for all electrical propulsion and hybrid projects within the Volvo Group. On the group we are working from writing requirements to SW implementation to calibrate and verify in vehicle. The assignment will be focused on testing and verification using Matlab Simulink tools.

Educationand possible specialisation:
1st choice: MSc Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems, Control, Mechatronic, Software Engineering

Languages:
English

APP IIP requirements:
Student at the following Universities:
Tsinghua University, China
Tongji University, China
EMLyon, France
INSA Lyon, France
NC State University, US
Penn State University, US
National Institute of Technology Karnataka, India

Criteria:
Students in US and France: You are in your 3rd or 4th year of Bachelor degree or 1st year of Master degree in university career
Students in China and India: You are in your 3rd year of Bachelor degree or 1st year of Master degree in university career
Evidence of leadership experience and/or community service
Strong grade point average
Recommendations from two persons of choice; University professors, previous or current managers, mentors or coaches.
Proficiency in English.
Engaged and open personality, involvement in community work and/or student networks.
Team player with passion for new experiences.
Interest in the Volvo Group and in sharing int internship experience with fellow students.
Valid passport