Join the battery R&D team at Toyota Motor Europe for a 6-month internship focused on next-generation Li-ion cell technology. You’ll develop and formulate advanced electrolytes for high energy density cells, manufacture electrodes, and perform electrochemical testing. The role combines benchmarking, lab experimentation, and process improvement to enhance battery performance and sustainability.
Team/division description
In the heart of Europe's innovative landscape, a dynamic and diverse team of researchers and developers embarks on a mission poised to redefine the future of energy storage. With a steadfast commitment to sustainability and a keen focus on circular economy principles, this team stands at the forefront of battery research and development.
The team is part of the Material Engineering Division and focuses on new materials and analytical technologies for the next generation of automotive battery cells.
Your project
We are now offering a position to elaborate new materials for Li-ion cells, especially considering high energy density cells. The focus will be more particularly on the development and preparation of electrolyte using promising concept for increasing ionic conductivity. Additionally, new electrode manufacturing process will be tested and compared with existing one.
The activity may include:
Starting date: March / April 2026
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 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
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.
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Intern Li-ion cell technology