Co-op- New Projects and Supply Chain Co-op- New Projects and Supply Chain Co-op- New Projects and Supply Chain

Volkswagen AG • Chattanooga, TN

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About The Position

Worldwide, the Volkswagen Group has a long tradition of dramatic innovations. The Volkswagen Group with its headquarters in Wolfsburg, Germany is one of the world’s leading automobile manufacturers and the largest carmaker in Europe. The Group comprises twelve brands from seven European countries: Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Audi, SEAT, ŠKODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.Co Op Program Description
Please note, we
are not able to consider OPT/CPT candidates

Volkswagen Group of America’s 6-Month Co-op Program offers undergraduate students the opportunity to gain immersive, hands-on experience in the automotive industry over an extended period. Designed for driven, curious, and highly motivated students, the program provides meaningful exposure to real projects that contribute directly to Volkswagen’s success.

Throughout the co-op term, participants develop both professional and technical skills through on-the-job training, mentorship, and collaboration with industry experts. This experience allows students to deepen their understanding of their field, strengthen their career readiness, and make a tangible impact within one of the world’s most innovative automotive companies.

The New Projects & Supply Chain Co-op will support the Project Steering and Supply Chain team in coordinating supplier activities, tracking costs, and improving project transparency. This role provides a hands-on opportunity to engage in supplier management, data analysis, and strategic planning while collaborating across multiple departments to drive operational efficiency and successful project launches.

Requirements

• A rising college Junior, Senior or recent graduate
• Strong GPA
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with attention to detail.
• Strong preference for Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related degrees.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint; experience with Power BI preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; German language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cost & Investment Tracking: Support launch cost tracking, investment reporting, and backward planning activities; assist in preparing masterlists and monitoring supplier quality and investment data (TEVON, QTR).
• Supplier Management & Coordination: Help organize Supplier Days and Critical Part Reviews (CPR); track supplier performance (SARA, WSK), maintain Supplier Scorecards, and support assessments such as 5S, CMM, and OneNAR.
• Project & System Support: Contribute to Power BI dashboard development, track free parts delivery in SAP/INCA, and assist in coordinating steering committee documentation.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare concise status updates (“Kurzstatus”) and support reporting through SFN and QTR channels.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed