Questions and answers
You would like to apply to us and have some questions? Then take a look here and see if we have already answered the question. You will generally find the answer here that you are looking for. However, if your question is so specific that you cannot find it here, simply give us a call or send us an email. You will find the contact information at the bottom of the page.
Preparation is everything
To make sure that your application reaches us safely, you will find quick answers here to frequently asked questions
If you like to send us a cover letter with your application, you do not need to address it to a certain contact. But if you wish you can address it to “Dear Volkswagen team”.
It may take several weeks to process your application in some circumstances. If you would like to check the status of your application in between, please get in touch with the contact listed on the relevant advertised position.
No, the applications are processed in the order in which they are received. You should therefore prioritise your applications when you upload them. The application that is uploaded first will also be processed first, followed by any second application and then a third.
Online application
Questions and answers on the online application
To make sure you get it right first time, we guide you step-by-step through the application process at the following link.
Simply click the “Reset password” button (or follow the link) and wait 5 – 10 minutes. A new password will be sent during this time to the email address you provided.
Please be patient when you request the new password and do not request another password again until you have received your new password via email. Otherwise it will already be invalid again because of the subsequent password request received. You can then continue with your application using the new password.
Yes, almost all of the saved data is automatically available for a new online application. Simply complete the mandatory input fields in the new application under the “Your application data” menu option.
It is really important that you always use the same email address for all applications.
Yes. You can change details such as name, address, telephone number, password or email address after you have uploaded your application. To do so, simply log in to your applicant cockpit. After logging in, you can amend the details you have entered or add other information on the “My profile” tab.
You can also withdraw your application via the applicant cockpit. To withdraw an application, simply click the “Withdraw” button next to the job title that is no longer of interest in the “My applications” section.
Yes. You will receive confirmation as soon as the data has entered the system. If you request communication by email, you will receive the confirmation by return. If you have stated that you prefer communication by post, you will receive confirmation of receipt no later than 2-3 working days after uploading your application.
If you have submitted several applications, please note that initially only your first application will be processed.
If you do not receive confirmation of receipt of your application, first check the spam folder in your email mailbox. If there is also no confirmation of receipt there, please contact our technical support
Yes. You can exit the application assistant at any time and complete and submit the application at a later stage.
If you have not yet submitted your application, you can retrieve and complete it at any time via the applicant cockpit. Log in to the applicant cockpit with your user data and then look for the job title for the application you wish to complete in the “My applications” section. Next to the job title you will find a button labelled “Edit”. Click this button to access the application forms.
First things first: Protecting your personal data is very important to us. By using the system you provide Volkswagen AG with your personal data and information. We will process and use your data in our online application system solely for the purpose of ensuring that the application procedure operates correctly and effectively. Your data will not be passed on to third parties without your express consent. Additional information can be referenced in the general data protection guidelines aimed at customers under “Legal information” at the bottom of each page on this website.
Internship and dissertation
Questions and answers on internships and dissertations
Yes. You can complete an internship with us in a Bachelor’s course of studies until you have acquired 89 credit points and/or do other internships prior to the intermediate examination. You will find all additional information here:
Yes. We also offer pupil internships at our sites. You will find all the information in this regard here along with the application options:
Yes. As a global player, Volkswagen naturally offers international internships. It is of course ideal if you have already completed an internship at Volkswagen in Germany and therefore have already become acquainted with the world of Volkswagen. If this is the case, our companies abroad will give you preferential treatment.
You apply directly to the foreign location of your choice for an internship abroad. You can do this either in English or in the national language of the country concerned. You can find all the information about this here:
All of our current offers for writing a dissertation can be found in our job portal. This is the only possible way to submit an application. The advertised positions generally list defined topics or topic areas for a dissertation. In some cases, these can also be defined together with the department. The advertised positions also detail the relevant contact who will be pleased to answer your questions.
Please note that a speculative application for writing dissertations or final papers is unfortunately not possible.
Vocational training & work-study degree programmes
Questions and answers on vocational training and work-study degree programmes
The work-study degree programme at Volkswagen is called Volkswagen dual. It is a combination of a course of study and work experience. Two variants of this programme can be selected depending on the course of study and the site. In parallel with your studies, you can either:
- Complete vocational training in a recognised Chamber of Industry and Commerce (IHK) apprenticeship (integrated vocational training) or
- be assigned directly to the departments of relevance for your course of study from the very outset (practical study blocks)
In both cases, you will gain lots of practical experience and get to know the organisation and procedures in our company in depth. You will then be able to undertake tasks independently in your department as soon as you complete your course. This is because we also transfer you to a permanent position at Volkswagen following successful conclusion in addition to remuneration during your studies.
You will find further information here on the programme and on which of the two variants is offered at which site for your chosen course of study:
Yes. You may apply for three training positions and additionally for three work-study degree programmes.
Incidentally, regardless of the number of applications, the online test can only be taken once. And most importantly: Please only use one email address when applying.
As a high school graduate/A-level student, please enter your grades according to a rating scale. Example: top grade = excellent, followed by very good and so on.
If unexcused days absent have been noted on your report, simply enter these in the relevant box. You do not have to enter the number of missed lessons.
When you apply at Volkswagen you receive news from us by email. You will first receive confirmation of receipt around 24 hours after uploading your application, followed by the invitation to the online test a few working days later.
Vacancies at Volkswagen dealerships can be found in the Volkswagen dealer job portal at www.volkswagen-autohaus-karriere.de. As an applicant, you can look through vacancies or post an anonymised job search.
Online test
Questions and answers on the online test
To get to know the candidates better, all applicants for training, dual study programme and professional jobs receive an invitation to take an online aptitude test after they have uploaded their first online application. This usually takes approx. 135 to 160 minutes and can be taken on any Computer connected to the Internet. The password that is sent with the invitation is valid for three weeks. You will receive it by email a few days after uploading your application.
For reasons of fairness to other candidates, it is not possible to repeat online tests once they have been started. Please therefore ensure that you will not be disturbed during the online test. Please also note that you may only take the test once. This also applies if, for any reason, you receive another invitation to take an online test.
Sometimes delivery of your invitation may take a little longer – particularly if you have requested communication by post. If you have not received an invitation for the online test within ten working days of uploading your first application, please contact the applicant hotline.
The Internet connection may have been interrupted. Check first if you have an Internet connection by calling up a random website in a new window. If you are connected to the Internet, reload the test by pressing the “F5” key. If this has no effect, close the window and log off. Then log in again using your access credentials and restart the test.
Scroll down the start page. Click the “Start now” button - the test opens in a new window. If no new window opens, disable the pop-up blocker in your browser (this is only necessary in exceptional cases, however).
Check if your computer is connected to the Internet. If you manually entered the link for the online test in your browser, check if you perhaps made any typing errors.
StartUp programmes & doctorate
Questions and answers on StartUp Direct, StartUp Cross and the doctoral programme
You should apply for the StartUp programme three to six months prior to your desired starting date. Please send us your complete application documents via the online application system, if this is possible for the position advertised.
Yes. You can apply for the international StartUp Cross trainee programme at any time. Generally, it is possible to start on the 1st or 16th of any month.
The StartUp Cross trainee programme is aimed at university graduates who have completed their course within a short period with above average results. You should also have already demonstrated your initiative, mobility and flexibility through studying or completing internships abroad (at least four consecutive months). Other requirements include challenging internships and other practical experience, foreign language skills and extracurricular activities. You should also demonstrate motivation and enthusiasm, team spirit, excellent social skills and a desire to take on responsibility.
Please send us your complete application documents with your proposed topic around six months prior to your desired starting date via the online application system, if this is possible for the position advertised. You can find out beforehand about currently available PhD topics in our job portal and apply specifically using the vacancy reference numbers stated there. One more request: Please arrange in advance of your application for a PhD mentor to support you in your work. The personnel department and specialist departments will then decide together whether to accept your application.
Semester and holiday jobs
Questions and answers on semester and holiday jobs
Advertisements and recruitment for semester and holiday jobs are handled by AutoVision Zeitarbeit, a company that belongs to our full subsidiary AutoVision GmbH.
You will find all current job offers for students and pupils on the AutoVision Zeitarbeit website as well as further information and contacts. You can of course also apply here directly for a semester or holiday job.
Semester and holiday jobs at Volkswagen are always offered depending on requirements. If no temporary posts have been advertised to date for your chosen site, we recommend you search the AutoVision Zeitarbeit job portal regularly. Moreover, you can find out as soon as semester and holiday jobs become available again at Volkswagen on our Volkswagen careers page on Facebook.
Depending on requirements, in its plants in Wolfsburg, Hannover, Braunschweig, Kassel, Salzgitter and Emden.
