Intern Parts

Join the movement and find new inspiration.We have exciting opportunities for you as:Intern Parts & Accessories (All genders welcome)As an intern within our Ownership Experience Department you support the Parts & Accessories team in supervision of backorder management and assist in product portfolio management processes. >> Starting from March 2026 - Minimum of 6 months (possible prolongation for up to 12 months).The Requirements:For your internship at Kia Europe you need to be enrolled during the whole internship period in a university within the European Union. Furthermore, you need a valid visa and an unrestricted permit to work in Germany. We recommend completing a six-month internship with us, as this gives you sufficient time to learn about Kia Europe and familiarize yourself with your topic.Your mission:Monitor the parts backorder (BO) activity:Receive and assess the BO escalation by 14 European subsidiaries.Forward to supplier/Mobis Parts Europe (MPE) qualified Bos and ensure MPE’s follow-up.Monitor MPE BOs resolution and create weekly overview.Support in Product Portfolio Management for Parts, Accessories & Merchandise:Monitor & track the new product development.Conduct desk research for competitive insights and benchmark analyses (eg. Pricing).Prepare and assist in workshops & meetings with markets and internal stakeholders.Support in the Remanufacturing program business expansionAlign with Mobis Parts Europe (MPE) on portfolio and market expansion.Identify and collect suitable cores from dealer network.Monitor & track milestones, timelines and explore on future market demand.Assist in day-to-day business tasks: Execute and prepare market surveys.Support and track solving urgent market matters and requests beyond backorders.Assist in preparing regular business meetings, minutes and follow-ups. Your talents:Bachelor`s / Master`s student ideally in Business Administration, Economics, Logistics, Inventory or related fields.Ideally technical background and/or previous internship/working student in related field.Technical understanding in automotive.Strong analytical attitude & approach.Savviness in desk research.Strong skills in project management & organization.Good verbal and written English communication skills (other European language knowledge is an advantage, particularly German).Resilient team player, positive thinking, flexibility and ability to adapt in a multicultural and fast moving environment.Legal requirements:You need to be enrolled in your university for the whole duration of the internship period.You need a valid visa with an unrestricted permit to work in Germany.Who are we?Kia is a global mobility brand with a vision to create sustainable mobility solutions for consumers, communities, and societies around the world. Founded in 1944, Kia has been building motorcycles, cars and trucks for more than 75 years.Kia is now spearheading the popularization of electrified and battery electric vehicles, developing a growing range of mobility services while encouraging millions of people to explore the best ways of getting around. Our brand slogan – ‘Movement that inspires’ – reflects our commitment to inspire consumers through our products and services.Kia Europe is the European sales and manufacturing arm of Kia Corporation. From our headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, we lead 39 markets across Europe and the Caucasus, employing more than 5,500 persons, including about 3,500 blue collar workers in our state of the art car plant in Zilina, Slovakia.Our headquarter is home to 40 different nationalities and this diversity is truly inspiring This means that every day at Kia is an opportunity to learn something new and to grow personally and professionally. The mix of ambitious and dynamic employees from all over the world is the fuel to our success. Do you have what it takes to join our team? We are looking forward to getting to know youYou will enjoy working with us if you like these things:A pulsating international environment. Our workforce is composed of people from 37 nations.Playing an active and important part in the development of Kia in Europe.Developing new frameworks and solutions.Demanding challenges to which you can creatively contribute.A competitive compensation package; private leasing offer; systematic off and on-the-job training, free staff restaurant, support as concerns Health Management and more.