Co-Op, Workflow Optimization

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.

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.

Program Information:

• 6-month Co-op Program Start Date (non-negotiable): June 1, 2026
• Program Duration: June 1, 2026 – December 18, 2026
• Please attach a copy of your current resume. Cover letter is optional.
• Please attach a copy of your current transcript. A PDF is required.

Role Summary

The Workflow Optimization Co-op will support the Industrial Engineering Automation team in enhancing efficiency within Connected Vehicle business operations. This team manages customer issue workflows, data analytics, and digital commerce processes. The Co-op will focus on documenting, streamlining, and automating workflows within a CRM environment—leveraging Salesforce tools and AI to improve problem resolution speed and accuracy.

Role Responsibilities

• Document and analyze existing business process workflows.
• Learn to design and optimize workflows using Salesforce CRM tools.
• Develop and test automated workflows within the Salesforce environment.
• Create user documentation and assist in training team members on new processes.

Qualifications & requirements

• A rising college Junior, Senior or recent graduate
• Strong GPA
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process-mapping skills.
• Interest in automation, CRM systems, and digital business operations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong preference for Industrial Engineering or related degrees.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365
• Interest in workflow design and automation.

Volkswagen Group of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, and do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, color, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

This role description is a guideline and does not create contractual rights between the Company and any of its applicants. The Company does not enter into any type of employment contract, implied or written, with its applicants regarding job security.

This Organization participates in E-Verify. We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job ID: 19986

Company: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Location: Auburn Hills, MI, US, 48326

Department: Other

Career Level: Interns

Working Model: Full-time

Contract Type: Fixed-term

Remote Working: According to company policy

Posting Date: Jan 13, 2026

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Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc., an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (VWoA) is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. VWoA’s operations in the United States include research and development, parts and vehicle processing, parts distribution centers, sales, marketing and service offices, financial service centers, and its state of-the art manufacturing facility in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

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