About the Voith Group
The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 22,000 employees, sales of € 5,2 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.
Support the Voith Hydro Holding GmbH & Co. KG and become part of our team as an
Intern (m/f/d) - Development of Runner Engineering
Division Hydro | Location: Heidenheim | Starting January 2026 | Duration of 6 months
Your Responsibilities
- You describe and compare relevant manufacturing methods for radial runners and develop a selection matrix with criteria such as quality, cost, lead time, and risk. The matrix serves as a decision-making tool for the bid phase of a project.
- You maintain and optimize the mechanical data sheet for radial runners and ensure consistent data for quotation and engineering purposes, including database maintenance and cross-departmental collaboration.
- The collection and updating of 3D models of turbine blades will be part of your responsibilities, and you will ensure clear rules for data storage and labeling.
- You analyze various check sheets (formulas, macros, data flows), correct errors in Visual Basic code, and increase robustness and user-friendliness (error handling, input validation, performance).
- For selected Pelton bucket designs, you extract parameterized design variables from the 3D model (e.g., angles, thicknesses, radii), document them in a standardized manner, and store them in a central database so that they are available for analysis, comparison, and reuse.
- Through your work, you contribute to current topics that support the energy transition.
Your Profile
- You are an enrolled student of mechanical engineering, mechatronics, or a comparable engineering program and are looking for a mandatory internship.
- You have very good knowledge of CAD systems and a strong understanding of design and construction principles.
- In addition, you possess very good MS Office skills and are familiar with VBA programming.
- You enjoy active, cross-disciplinary collaboration.
- Good English skills, as well as an independent working style and strong teamwork abilities, complete your profile.
- A structured and goal-oriented working style are what distinguish you.
What You Can Expect
- With a mentor and a team at your side who support you at the start and throughout your time at Voith and provide regular feedback, you will benefit from both professional and personal development.
- Varied tasks and independent projects from day one will give you insight into an internationally operating company.
- As an intern at Voith, you will have flexible working hours and, as part of the Fair Company Initiative, receive attractive compensation. Enrollment is therefore required.
- You will have access to a network of national and international interns at the Heidenheim headquarters who meet weekly for exchange.
Apply now via our Online-Portal with your comprehensive application documents (résumé, certificates, proof of enrollment).
You can find all further information about the application process here.
Voith Hydro GmbH & Co. KG | VHH looks forward to receiving your application!
Your personal contact
J.M. Voith SE & Co. KG | VZS
Global Business Services HR EMEA
Talent Acquisition Team • Larissa Pfaff • Tel. +49 7321 37 3589
voith.com/karriere
Job ID 77213
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