Job Description

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, Å KODA, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, Scania and MAN.

Brief Role Description

This position is a career level 17P, and is located in Reston, VA with a role classification of Hybrid.

• Analyst position at the U.S. office of Volkswagen Group Consulting (VWC) – the in‑house strategy consultancy of the Volkswagen Group
• VWC delivers diverse strategy projects across all VW Group brands and entities in the NAR region and offers a steep learning curve in a motivated team
• Role will contribute research and analyses to Top Management strategy consulting projects, assist in preparing client deliverables, and support hypothesis testing and problem structuring
• Role will interact with client stakeholders (up to management levels) and contribute to VWC’s internal strategy (e.g., thought leadership, internal initiatives)

Possible Tasks within this Role

Project work (90%)

• Contribute as a full-time project team member to Top Management strategy consulting projects across all relevant VW Group brands and entities in NAR region
• Build trusted relationships with client teams and stakeholders (up to management levels)
• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and data collection
• Support hypothesis testing and problem structuring
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses using advanced tools and methodologies
• Assist in preparing client deliverables
• Work in diverse, cross-functional teams with Analysts, Consultants, Project Managers, and Partners
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture

Thought leadership & internal initiatives (10%)

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging business models
• Learn consulting methodologies and tools (path to Consultant)
• Support the Consulting’s leadership team in internal initiatives (e.g. marketing & recruiting, office development)

Qualification requirements

0-2 years of experience in top tier Management Consulting, Automotive, other relevant industries
(e.g., mobility services, tech) or post-undergraduate from top tier university

Network and experience in VW Group is a strong plus.

Education

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business and/or engineering
• MBA is a strong plus
• Fluent in English

Desired

• Fluent in German

Skills

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to work in cross-functional, fast-paced, and client-facing environments
• High proficiency in advanced business tools and methodologies (e.g., MS office)
• Strong (ideally bilingual; English and German) communication skills in writing (presentations, memos, emails) and speaking (top-down communication, argumentation, etc.)

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.