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General information

Location:
Garching - Bavaria, Germany - Parking 1-5 Business Campus
Job Family:
General & Administration
Worker Type Reference:
Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee) - Intern
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Career Level:
U0
Job ID:
R-54013-2026

Description & Requirements

Build AI-driven tools. Work on real vehicle systems. See your impact live.

Join our Customer Engineering team directly at the R&D center of a leading automotive manufacturer. Instead of just supporting tasks, you will actively develop tools, improve engineering workflows, and work hands-on with real systems used in daily operations.

Previous working students have already gone far beyond expectations – building new solutions, introducing AI-supported approaches, and creating the foundation for future development.

What you will do

  • Build and expand remote service testbenches used in real engineering environments
  • Improve a defect tracking solution
    - smarter data structure and modern user interface
  • Apply AI-supported development methods
    - work with coding agents and different AI models
    - implement machine learning for error clustering
  • Develop a cross-platform dashboard
    - visualize processing status and clustering results
    - use on PC, tablet, and external monitors
  • Bring your solutions into real-life operation
    - integrate tools into existing systems and workflows
  • Design and implement a flash network infrastructure
    - extend systems with NAS and remote-capable components
  • Support flash and escalation scenarios
    - handle high volumes of devices and continuously improve workflows

Your work will directly improve engineering efficiency and is already shaping the next generation of tools.

What you need

- Student in computer science, electrical engineering, automotive engineering or similar

- Interest in system engineering, IT infrastructure, and data-driven solutions

- First experience with programming, scripting, and data analysis is a plus

- Structured and independent working style

- Hands-on mindset and willingness to take ownership

What we offer

- Real responsibility and visible impact on engineering systems

- Work on AI-driven and data-based solutions

- Flexible working hours (16–20 hrs/week, full-time during semester breaks)

- Attractive compensation

- Modern and collaborative working environment

- Possibility for thesis or long-term career entry

Your perspective

- Work on real automotive development systems with direct customer exposure

- Build strong skills in system engineering, IT infrastructure, and AI-supported development

- Take ownership of your own topics and drive improvements

- Gain practical experience far beyond a typical student role

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About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology 
Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.  

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other. 

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!  

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You Belong Here 
HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.  

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com) 

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at harmancareers@harman.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.