Internship in HVAC Advanced Development (m/f/d)

BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems

Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.

MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility

Time period

• From February/March 2027 for a period of 6 months

Tasks

• Support ongoing development projects to gain insight into the working methods and development processes of a leading automotive supplier
• Contribute to the concept development of automotive HVAC systems
• Become familiar with MAHLE's validation and simulation tools, particularly in the fields of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and acoustics
• Independently apply acquired knowledge to HVAC concept development and competitive benchmarking, with a focus on electromobility
• Design and build prototypes
• Plan, perform, and evaluate tests on test benches and vehicles

Requirements

• Currently, purely voluntary internships cannot be offered
• Enrolled in an engineering or natural sciences degree program (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field)
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics
• Basic knowledge of CAD and engineering design
• Basic knowledge of acoustics is an advantage

Application documents

• Complete resume
• Letter of motivation
• Certificate of enrollment
• Transcripts, especially current grade reports
• University or college guidelines specifying the minimum duration
• For non-EU citizens: Valid residence permit required

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration
• 35-hour week with flexible working hours
• Paid vacation days
• Discounted lunch in the company restaurant
• Free parking
• Urban environment with good transport connections
• Individual support in the department
• Accompanying activities and student network

Do you have any questions?

+49 711 501-47574

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Facts about the job

Entry level: Internship

Part- / Full-time: Full Time

Functional area: Research & Development

Department: BU2 Thermal and Fluid Systems

Location: Stuttgart, DE, 70469

Company: MTFS (DE)

Closing date for applications
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Your future at MAHLE

As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.

Shape the future with us.

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