Internship Developing Applications for Next-Gen Automotive Infotainment Systems

As an intern in this role at Toyota Motor Europe, you'll be responsible for researching and developing applications for Automotive Grade Linux infotainment systems. Your tasks will include familiarizing yourself with the AGL and its software development kit, generating flash-able images, benchmarking relevant open-source technologies, and documenting new processes while supporting automation efforts. This hands-on experience is designed to propel your career in the automotive software development field.

To qualify for the Internship Developing Applications for Next-Gen Automotive Infotainment Systems at Toyota, you should be a student enrolled in a master’s program focusing on computer science, electronics engineering, or automotive engineering. Fluency in English is mandatory, as is demonstrated programming experience in languages such as Python, C++, or Rust. Familiarity with the Linux development environment and container technology will also enhance your application.

During your Internship Developing Applications for Next-Gen Automotive Infotainment Systems at Toyota, you will gain valuable skills in application development within the automotive industry, particularly related to Automotive Grade Linux. You will enhance your understanding of software packaging, gain hands-on experience with benchmarking technologies, and develop your capabilities in document processes and automation. Additionally, you'll be part of a diverse, multicultural team, allowing you to build communication and collaboration skills while networking with professionals in the field.

Interns at Toyota Motor Europe can expect a dynamic and multicultural work environment. Our team prides itself on providing a culture that fosters learning and growth. With flexible working hours, hybrid work options, and access to a company restaurant alongside various sports facilities, you'll find a balanced and engaging workplace. We value diversity and prioritize creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

The Internship Developing Applications for Next-Gen Automotive Infotainment Systems at Toyota is only open to students with EEA or Swiss citizenship. This requirement is due to specific work permit and visa regulations in Belgium. If you meet this criterion and are passionate about automotive technology, we encourage you to apply!

When answering this question, emphasize your enthusiasm for open-source technologies and their impact on the automotive industry. Mention specific features of Automotive Grade Linux that excite you, such as its scalability or flexibility, and how these align with innovations you're passionate about.

Choose a relevant project that highlights your proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++. Explain your role in the project, the challenges you faced, and how you successfully implemented solutions. Be sure to convey your learning experiences.

In your response, detail your experience with the Linux environment, including any projects where you utilized it. Discuss specific tools or processes you are comfortable with, demonstrating your capability to work in this environment effectively.

Highlight your experience with any open-source technologies relevant to the internship, detailing the projects you were involved with. Discuss how these experiences have prepared you for the challenges you might face at Toyota.

Outline your analytical approach, including identifying key metrics for evaluation and the process you'd follow for collecting and analyzing data. Show your understanding of what constitutes effective benchmarking in a development context.

Explain the concept of Software Defined Vehicles and its relevance in modern automotive technology. Discuss the implications for future vehicle capabilities and how your internship role will contribute to this evolution.

Share any hands-on experience you have with container technologies like Docker or Kubernetes. Be specific about how you have applied this knowledge in projects and how it may relate to the work you would do at Toyota.

Discuss your strategy for task prioritization, touching on aspects like deadlines, project goals, and stakeholder communication. Use specific examples where possible to illustrate your effective time management skills.

Provide a concise example of a project where you were involved in process automation. Describe the steps you took, the tools you used, and the results of your contributions, conveying the impact it had on the project.

Express your passion for automotive technology and discuss how this internship aligns with your career aspirations. Share your vision for your future in the field, including the impact you wish to make within the automotive industry.