Internship (m/f/d) - Development of Hydropower Turbines
About the Voith Group
The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4.8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.
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Internship (m/f/d) - Development of Hydropower Turbines
Job ID 79162 | Location Heidenheim | Start: March 2027 | Duration: 6 months
Your Responsibilities
- You support the preparation, execution, and evaluation of measurements on Francis model turbines in our in-house testing laboratory.
- You analyze turbine performance characteristics across different operating conditions and compare the results with measurements from real hydropower plants.
- By evaluating measurement data, you connect theoretical concepts with practical engineering applications.
- As part of a key competency in modern engineering, you contribute to AI-supported development projects and apply your technical expertise to thoroughly assess, critically evaluate, and further develop results.
- You collaborate across disciplines with experts in measurement technology, hydraulic design, structural analysis, and material science.
- Through your work, you actively contribute to addressing current challenges that support the energy transition.
Your Profile
- You are currently enrolled in a degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a comparable engineering discipline.
- You have a solid foundation in mechanics, strength analysis, and fatigue/life assessment.
- In addition, you possess very good MS Office skills.
- You are characterized by an independent, structured, and goal-oriented way of working.
- Very good English skills and strong teamwork abilities complete your profile.
What We Offer
- With a dedicated mentor and a supportive team by your side, you will receive guidance throughout your time at Voith and benefit from regular feedback, fostering both your professional and personal development.
- Varied tasks and independently managed projects from day one provide valuable insight into a globally operating company.
- As an intern at Voith, you benefit from flexible working hours and attractive compensation as part of the Fair Company Initiative. Enrollment at a university is therefore required.
- You will have access to a network of national and international interns at our headquarters in Heidenheim.
Apply now via our Online-Portal with your comprehensive application documents (résumé, certificates, proof of enrollment).
You can find all further information about the application process here.
Voith Hydro GmbH & Co. KG | VHZ looks forward to receiving your application!
Your personal contact
J.M. Voith SE & Co. KG | VZS
Global Business Services P&C EMEA
Talent Acquisiton Team | Melike Karakuyu
Job ID 79162
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