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Working Student R&D Home Appliances - Refrigerators (m/f/d)

CompanyMidea Europe GmbH
LocationStuttgart
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 29, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Assist in the research and development of refrigerator projects by participating in testing, validation, and CAD modeling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct market research and document findings to support product innovation.
Internship Type
working student
Company Size
123
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Midea Europe GmbH ist eine Tochtergesellschaft der Midea Group und konzentriert sich auf Haushaltsgeräte und Klimaanlagen im deutschsprachigen und nordeuropäischen Raum. Die Midea Group ist ein weltweit führendes Technologieunternehmen mit fünf Geschäftsbereichen: Smart Home Business, Industrie- und Gebäudetechnologien, Robotik und Automatisierung sowie digitale Innovation. Die Gruppe hat in den letzten sechs Jahren mehr als 10 Milliarden US-Dollar in Forschung und Entwicklung investiert und verfügt über ein globales Netzwerk mit 38 Forschungs- und Entwicklungszentren und 40 großen Produktionsstandorten weltweit. Die Produkte und Dienstleistungen der Midea Group bereichern das Leben von Milliarden Menschen in über 200 Ländern und Regionen und umfassen ein Markenportfolio mit mehreren Marken wie Midea, Comfee, Toshiba, Clivet, Eureka, KUKA, Welling und weitere. Die Midea Group beschäftigt rund 200.000 Mitarbeiter weltweit und rangiert im Jahr 2025 auf Platz 246 der Global Fortune 500. Das Unternehmen verfügt über ein Kreditrating von A/A3/A von S&P, Moody’s bzw. Fitch und legt einen starken Fokus auf Technologieführerschaft und Innovation. Die Midea Europe GmbH ist seit 2005 die europäische Tochter der Midea Group mit Sitz in Eschborn bei Frankfurt und beschäftigt ca. 100 Mitarbeiter in den Bereichen Verkauf, Marketing, Kundendienst, Produkt, Logistik und Finanzen. Das eigene Research & Development Center in Stuttgart beschäftigt täglich über 60 Ingenieure, die an der Entwicklung von Produkten für zufriedene Kunden in Deutschland und Europa arbeiten. Die Midea Group baut ihre Führungsposition im Bereich Smart Home und Smart Manufacturing durch kontinuierliche Investitionen in Technologieführerschaft, Direktvertrieb, digitale Intelligenz und globale Durchbrüche aus. Das Unternehmen bietet attraktive Wachstumsmöglichkeiten in einem dynamischen, globalen Umfeld und fördert Talente.
About the Role

Your responsibilities

  • Assist in the development and research of refrigerator projects under the guidance of experienced engineers and project leads.
  • Participate in testing and validation processes, helping to design and execute experiments to evaluate product performance and reliability.
  • Support the design team in creating CAD models and documentation for various refrigerator components and systems.
  • Conduct market research and analysis to provide insights that inform product development decisions and innovations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gain exposure to various aspects of refrigerator development, including engineering, design, and project management.
  • Document and present findings and progress reports to team members, contributing to the overall success of the projects.
  • Stay engaged with current industry trends and technologies, applying knowledge gained in academic studies to real-world applications.

Your profile

  • Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program in Engineering, Product Design, or a related field.
  • Strong interest in the home appliance industry, particularly in refrigeration technologies and product development.
  • Proficient in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, NX) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and in teams.
  • Strong communication skills in English and Chinese; knowledge of German is a plus.
  • Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn from experienced professionals in a dynamic environment.

What we offer

  • An international working environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Flexible working hours and remote working options.
  • A collaborative culture focused on quality and innovation.
  • Access to training programs and career development initiatives.
  • Skill development in technology and project coordination

Contact details

If you would like to be part of the Midea success story, please apply via our online portal with your application documents (cover letter, CV and earliest possible starting date).

About us

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME - With this slogan, Midea Group has been committed to enriching households and people's lives through innovative technologies and products for over 50 years. Through continuous development, Midea Group is now a global leading technology group in consumer electronics and air conditioning, robotics, industrial automation and logistics. Every day more than 190,000 employees from over 200 countries develop products and solutions for the world of tomorrow.

Midea Europe GmbH is a subsidiary of the Midea Group. With products of the brands Toshiba, Midea, Comfee we offer surprising solutions for our customers in Europe. Rapid growth, daily challenges and opportunities motivate our employees to help shape the Midea success story.
Key Skills
EngineeringProduct developmentCADSolidWorksNXMicrosoft OfficeMarket researchData analysisProject managementCommunicationProblem-solvingRefrigeration technology
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingScience & ResearchTechnology
Benefits
International working environmentProfessional growth opportunitiesFlexible working hoursRemote working optionsCollaborative cultureTraining programsCareer development initiatives