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CFD Simulation Intern

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In a nutshell

Join Toyota’s R&D Centre in Belgium to design and develop innovative exterior vehicle parts, ensuring top performance, quality, and cost efficiency.

Your team and your responsibilities

Your team and your responsibilities

Team/division description

Toyota Motor Europe R&D Centre is responsible for:

Developing vehicles and making concept proposal for EU core models
Reflecting EU technology to Toyota Vehicles timely by utilizing location advantage and strong network with EU partners

Body Engineering 2 is a major division responsible for Planning & Design of Body parts for European Vehicles from concept phase to serial production. Exterior lighting development group is responsible for complete development of front lamps and rear lamps.

Your project

To develop a tool and a methodology which can predict condensation in automotive lamps

Identify which are the main factors causing condensation
Identify how to simulate these factors the best way
Prepare numerical CFD model (using Star CCM+). If needed, modify the code
Run experiments with actual prototypes and proceed with correlation of the model
Apply the findings on projects which are in development

Your Profile

Your profile
- You are fluent in English (TME’s business language)
- Master student degree in Automotive/Aeronautical/Mechanical Engineering
- Fluent in English, Good communication skills
- CFD Software experience (preferably Star CCM+), Catia V5 knowledge preferred
- Teamwork skills
- Highly motivated and ready to accept challenges
Starting date: July 2023
Duration: 6 months

Confidentiality

Due to business requirement, not all performed projects can be reflected in the internship report. This issue needs to be discussed with candidate/school in advance.

It is mandatory that applicants are students for the entire period of the internship.

We can only accept students with an EEA or Swiss citizenship (not requiring a work permit or visa to be eligible to perform an internship in Belgium)

We offer

We offer a dynamic multicultural work environment with broad opportunities to learn every day and exciting career pathways that help you explore different disciplines or areas of expertise.

Your benefits

Flexible working hours and hybrid working (homeworking, 10 days from abroad);
Company restaurant – Warm dishes, salads and desserts daily, including Japanese and traditional Belgian specialties, as well as a vegan/vegetarian option;
Sport facilities – Tennis, squash, volleyball, football and softball pitches are available at various Toyota sites;
Team building activities and other personnel related events;
Programs to support your physical and social well-being.

A truly diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace

At Toyota Motor Europe, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all. All our recruitment decisions are based on the individual and their qualifications along with the job requirements. The selection process is without regard to nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, ethnicity, disability or other personal characteristics. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination as our individual experiences and overall diversity is our key strength. Together we have the power to make a positive change and go beyond the ordinary.

If you need any specific consideration for the interview process due to disability or any other reason, please let the recruiter know.

What You Should Know About CFD Simulation Intern, Toyota Motor Europe

If you're a master’s student with a passion for automotive engineering, the CFD Simulation Intern position at Toyota's R&D Centre in Belgium might be your perfect opportunity! Here, you’ll dive into the exciting world of designing and developing exterior vehicle parts. You'll work alongside a diverse team that embodies the global spirit of Toyota, contributing to the enhancement of vehicle performance and quality. Your main project will focus on developing innovative tools and methodologies to predict condensation in automotive lamps, a critical aspect of vehicle design. You will identify key factors causing condensation and create numerical CFD models utilizing Star CCM+. Engaging in real-world experiments and correlating your findings with ongoing projects will be a major part of your internship. Collaborating with EU partners and applying your CFD software expertise will not only enhance your skills but also contribute significantly to our mission of providing exceptional mobility solutions. Plus, with flexible working hours and exciting benefits like team-building activities and sports facilities, you'll find a nurturing environment to grow both personally and professionally. Toyota believes in creating an inclusive workplace where every individual’s uniqueness is celebrated, fostering an atmosphere where everyone feels valued and empowered. Come join us at Toyota Motor Europe and be a part of our journey towards innovation and excellence in the automotive industry.

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What are the main responsibilities of the CFD Simulation Intern at Toyota Motor Europe?

As a CFD Simulation Intern at Toyota Motor Europe, you will focus on developing tools and methodologies to predict condensation in automotive lamps. You will identify the factors causing condensation, simulate these factors using appropriate methods, prepare numerical CFD models in Star CCM+, and run experiments with prototypes to align your findings with ongoing projects.