Summer Intern – Emission and On-Board Diagnostic Certification Projects & Vehicle In-Use Verification

Volkswagen Group of America’s 10 – week Summer Internship Program targets undergraduate students entering their Junior or Senior years who are eager to acquire practical, real-world experience in the automotive industry. This program is designed for high potential, highly mobile, and self-starter candidates with a strong interest in the automotive industry. Focused on the development of professional and technical competencies as well as on-the-job-training, our Summer Internship Program is an excellent opportunity to explore career choices early on. At Volkswagen Group of America, interns have the chance to make an impact because we challenge them and trust them to perform meaningful work.

Program Information:

• 10-week Summer Internship Start Date (non-negotiable): June 2, 2025
• Program Duration: June 2, 2024 – August 8, 2025
• Please attach a copy of your current resume. Cover letter is optional.
• Please attach a copy of your current transcript. A PDF is required.

Role Summary:

The U.S. Emissions and OBD Certification Intern will assist with various projects and will involve contributions to the engineering team for the purpose of obtaining timely approval of future model year OBD systems or to resolve identified issues in production vehicles. One major project will expose the Intern to the In-Use emissions testing activities in the United States. Additionally, the Intern will assist in the vehicle procurement and preparation process of testing vehicles.

Role Responsibilities:

• Assist in the vehicle procurement and preparation process of testing vehicles.
• Support the maintenance and improvement of an internal team Confluence and Jira website to track and steer the certification of OBD systems (i.e. deficiencies or phase-in requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Degree track for Mechanical Engineering or a comparable degree program
• Strong GPA
• Strong Microsoft Office skills

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

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