Intern Power-Electronics Mechanical Engineering

Neuburg an der Donau

Full-time

Intern / Student

Join Our Team

Since the 2026 season, Audi has been competing in the FIA Formula 1 World Championship.

The new team has three locations. The Motorsport Competence Center of Audi in Neuburg (Germany) is considered one of the most modern of its kind in Europe. The Formula 1 factory of Audi Motorsport AG in Hinwil (Switzerland) is known for its innovative technologies and passion for racing. The Audi Motorsport Technology Center in UK is in its launch phase and growing continuously. Our Power Unit comes from Neuburg, while Hinwil is responsible for the development of the chassis and race operations.

What you need? The mindset of an athlete. If you are someone for whom giving up isn’t an option and limits are just something to be overcome, you can bring Vorsprung durch Technik to Formula 1 with us. Become part of this unique project and make motorsport history.

You will support the design and development of power electronics and work closely with mechanical, electrical, and hardware engineers. In this role, you will use CATIA to model, update, and document mechanical components and assemblies related to high-performance electronic systems. This internship is ideal for motivated students looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced engineering environment.

This position is to be filled at Audi Formula Racing GmbH in Neuburg (Germany).

Your Mission

Create, modify, and maintain 3D CAD models and 2D drawings in CATIA for performance-electronics components and assemblies.
Work with mechanical and electrical engineers to translate design requirements into manufacturable parts.
Support packaging studies, tolerance analysis, and design feasibility assessments.
Assist in the mechanical integration of PCBs, wiring interfaces, connectors, fasteners, and thermal management features.
Prepare and update documentation: BOMs, drawing sets, design change notes, and release files.
Contribute to prototype builds, component inspections, and supplier communication when required.
Ensure compliance with relevant internal design standards, material guidelines, and manufacturing constraints.
Participate in design reviews and provide input to improve product robustness, manufacturability, and serviceability.

Your Profile

You are currently enrolled in your Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or similar
Proven experience using CATIA V5
Basic understanding of mechanical design principles (tolerances, materials, manufacturing methods)
Familiarity with CAD workflows in a product development or electronics-related environment
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
High attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving mindset
Willingness to learn quickly and take ownership of tasks
Full professional proficiency in German or English and a willingness to learn a basic level in the corresponding other language are prerequisites

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Eligibility Criteria
Applications are open to candidates who can demonstrate and provide supporting evidence that they meet the following eligibility criteria:

Applicants from the EU require a valid ID card or passport; applicants from non-EU countries require a residence permit and, if applicable, a work permit
You are available to work on-site in Neuburg a.d. Donau, Germany for the full duration of the programme
You are available to start the programme on 01.03.2027
You must be enrolled in a study programme and remain a registered student for the full duration of the internship
Please note that all theses are subject to a confidentiality clause, and an additional non-disclosure agreement with the university supervisor may be required

Application Criteria
To ensure a fair review process, please submit only one application. If duplicate applications are received, only the first submission will be considered. Should you need to make any changes after applying, please respond to your confirmation email and our recruitment team will assist you.

Application Process
To apply, we require a current CV, relevant certificates, a certificate of enrollment, and, if applicable, your university’s examination regulations as well as an up-to-date, official transcript of records. You are also welcome to tell us more about yourself in a motivation letter.

We appreciate the time and effort invested in every application. However, due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide individual feedback.

About us

We are an equal opportunity employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and expressly welcome applications from people with disabilities. We look forward to reviewing your application and having you join the team as part/or full-time employee in our pursuit of excellence in Formula 1.