Audi Global Graduate Program – Plant Management and Strategy (all genders)

To be filled:

03/31/2027

Work Environment

Are you driven by the core challenge of shaping a new age of mobility? Are you looking for a role that kickstarts your career with one of the most successful premium automobile manufacturers? At AUDI AG, we stand for sporty vehicles, high-quality workmanship, and progressive design – for Vorsprung durch Technik. Become part of the reinvention of the car.

The Manufacturing Modules and Site Steering division is responsible for producing premium in-house components for the Volkswagen Group across the Ingolstadt and Münchsmünster locations. The area combines a broad range of manufacturing technologies, including foundry operations, chassis components, wheel production, tool engineering, module refurbishment, and maintenance activities. Working closely with public stakeholders, production networks, research institutions, and strategic partners, the department drives the future development of manufacturing operations and industrial innovation. After completing the program, you will support site management activities, contribute to manufacturing strategy development, coordinate innovation initiatives, and help shape future production methods across an international industrial environment.

Job Purpose/Role

• You will complete the first project within your target field Plant Management and Strategy
• During the program, you will work independently on up to four additional projects in various divisions of the company, one of which will take place at a VW Group brand abroad
• In addition, you will complete short modules in different areas of the company (e. g., assembly)
• You will engage in various working groups within the Graduate Trainee Community
• After completing the program, you will assume your permanent position in your target field Key Requirements/Skills/Experience

• A university degree from an accredited institution in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Business Engineering or a similar field
• Above-average academic performance
• Interest in manufacturing strategy, production systems, industrial innovation, and operations management
• Initial experience in production, process optimization, project management, manufacturing engineering, or industrial transformation projects is advantageous
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Minimum of three months of international experience during your academic studies through internships or an exchange semester
• Practical experience of at least six months through relevant internships
• Fluent English and German language skills at B2 level
• Relevant extra-curricular commitment
• We expect trainees to be ambassadors of our core values—responsibility, courage, excitement, and trust—by taking ownership, acting with an entrepreneurial mindset, seeking diverse perspectives, making well-reasoned decisions, and contributing with customer-focused ideas
• Don’t forget to upload all relevant documents (especially your CV and grade sheets, but also cover letter, degree certificates and recommendation letters)
• Applications are open from August 31 until September 13 but may be closed earlier depending on the number of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible
• We encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds, genders, religions or worldviews, ages, sexual identities, and from individuals with disabilities More information about the program on our webpage

Additional information

This position is available at

AUDI AG

in

Ingolstadt

.

Generally all positions can be worked part time.

Entry Level / Graduate

We anchor sustainability in our business activities, products and services. We live excitement, trust, courage and responsibility, actively encourage inclusion and create an environment that fosters each employee's individuality in the interests of the company.

Reference code:

I-T-112950

Questions answered by

Mr. Markus Baltzer

by calling

0841-89-43439