Internship – Recycling of end-of-life vehicle plastic parts (start in Jan, 6 months)

仕事内容

Company Information

TOYOTA is one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers and a leading global corporation. Founded in 1937. Toyota now sells vehicles in 170 countries and employs over 350.000 people. Based in Brussels, Belgium, and staffed by 2.700 people and more than 60 nationalities, Toyota Motor Europe (TME) handles the wholesale marketing of Toyota and Lexus vehicles, parts & accessories, and manages Toyota’s European R&D, manufacturing, and engineering operations.

We are excited to be transforming into a mobility company focusing on bringing even more happiness to our customers through various mobility solutions.

Team/division Description

Research and Development (R&D) in Europe is responsible for the planning, the development and the production of attractive, superior quality cars matching European market requirements. R&D aims to strengthen the Toyota image in Europe. Material and Research Organic department is responsible for the development and evaluation of sustainable plastic & parts and materials used in the car.

Your project

In Order To Reduce Waste From End-of-life Vehicles Reuse And Recycling Technology Is Important Which TME Is Continuously Expanding. In Order To Do This, New Technologies Need To Be Developed That Allow Usage Of Recycled Material To Meet The Strict Automotive Standards For Demanding Part Applications. Your Challenge Is To Investigate Potential Of Recycled Plastic Parts Coming From End-of-life Vehicles For Recycling Them Back Into New Car Parts. Your Main Tasks Are

• From available market parts selection, set-up the material preparation steps (i.e grinding, purification, compounding) together with industry partners
• Set-up the material and part validation plan
• Evaluation of the material performances (i.e mechanical properties, heat stability)
• Decide most suitable materials and proceed initial proto part quality validations
• Based on results propose best technical solution for recycling of target parts Perform market research of latest state-of the art plastic recycling technologies

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)

Your Profile

• You are fluent in English (TME’s business language)
• You are a Master Student in Chemical engineering
• You have general knowledge on polymer engineering & processing techniques
• Knowledge on the recycling industry and practical experience with material validation of plastics is a plus
• You are a flexible personality able to work independently with hands-on mentality

Place of employment

• Belgium - Brussels (Zaventem): Toyota Motor Europe, Technical Centre

Starting date

08/01/2024

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.

We offer

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, gender, age, ethnicity, or disability. 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.