Don't let the opportunity slip away
Internship or thesis? Škoda Auto offers paid internships that allow you to gain experience and qualifications while still studying. You can also collaborate with your internship supervisor on writing your final thesis. And if you're not interested in an internship, our experts can work with you solely on your written thesis.
Program in a nutshell
Collaborate with experts from Škoda Auto and gain invaluable experience. Thanks to the internship, you'll get an inside look at the operations of one of the most modern companies in the Czech Republic, access places others can't, and build a wide network of inspiring contacts. Try it out.
Eligibility criteria
Full-time university studentLength of the program
6 months at leastLanguage criteria
Proficiency in English or GermanFinances
170–250 CZK/hourJoin the Student Talent Program
The special Student Talent Program is designed for our top interns. Are you really invested in your future and want to excel in your profession? Find out more.
What is the Student Talent Program?
The program includes 36 interns selected from across the company. It's for those who are motivated and eager to go above and beyond during their internship. Through the program, interns can develop not only their expertise but also their organizational and communication skills. Program members have access to special training sessions and courses.
How does the program work?
Members regularly meet with managers and industry professionals. The STP features four project teams where interns gain experience in team leadership and contribute to the program’s overall development. Each member has a mentor, chosen from former trainees and STP participants who are now full-time employees.
How to apply?
The selection process takes place twice a year (February/August) and consists of two rounds. In the first round, interns submit their CV and a cover letter, and take an English language test. In the second round, they are invited to an in-person interview with recruiters and the program's management.
Program benefits
Participants meet with company leadership, attend special courses, and have a personal mentor. Additionally, the program offers career counseling and opportunities for career growth – so interns can become team leaders or eventually mentors themselves.
What experiences and knowledge do we look for?
University Students
Only current students of bachelor or master level can take part in the program.
Current Interns in Škoda Auto
The program is also available to current interns in Škoda Auto whose internship is at least three months long and have at least one year of university program left.
Language Requirements
Applicants need to have knowledge of English at a communicative level.
Personal Traits
The ideal participant of the Student Talent Program should think innovatively, be proactive, calm, and have organizational skills.
Selection process
A simple process lies between you and your participation in the Student Talent Program. Fill out the application, take part in an English test and amaze our recruiters during the interview.
Send the Application
The application consists of a cover letter summarizing your motivation and a CV.
Online Language Test
If you pass the CV screening, you will receive a link to an online language test within 3 weeks of submitting your application.
Interview
If you fulfill the language requirements and make an impression, you will be invited to a job interview.
Start of the program
Only new experiences and memories await you after a successful interview!
Are you working on your thesis? Take a part in a competition with it!
Write your thesis under the supervision of Škoda Auto Experts or create your own topic.
We will assign the right supervisor just for you and you can get to work! After you finish it, you can compete with it in the prestigious Laurin & Klement competition.
Compete with your final thesis in the Laurin & Klement competition
Take part in the L&K competition and get a dream job thanks to it!
- The thesis needs to be written under the supervision of Škoda Auto and successfully defended in the current school year.
- The thesis can be written in Czech, Slovak, English or German.
- The winner will receive 80 000 CZK. All finalists will receive 30 000 CZK.
Get to know the projects of the Laurin & Klement prize winners
Internship as a flying start
For her bachelor’s degree, she chose financial management at Škoda Auto University. Besides that, she was tutoring English at a language school, because she loves educating others and herself. But all along she was interested in marketing, which was also the topic for her final thesis.
Internship boosts my career
From a very young age, Honza was attracted to technology. He has always been close to transport in particular. When he was deciding where to continue his studies after graduating from high school, the choice was quite obvious for him - the Faculty of Transport at the Czech Technical University in Prague. But how did Honza get to Škoda company in Mladá Boleslav in the first place? And what tasks is he responsible for these days in the quality department?
WHY WRITE A THESIS FOR A COMPANY?
Less than three years after graduating from university, he’s already guiding students through the world of data analytics and production technologies. Jakub Vancl is an expert in Shopfloor IT, who realises how important initial practical experiences are for students – and manages interns and their theses accordingly. After all, he’s still close to them in age.
"In technical development, you touch the automobile right from the start and influence future events."
TOMÁŠ NOVOTNÝ External manual gear shift designerStories of Škoda Auto interns
Let’s rotate! What do internships at Škoda Auto look like?
Experience – one of the most important things for interns. It is a benefit which they can utilize for the rest of their life. And an internship that includes all of this? Priceless! This is exactly what Škoda offers. As part of the Student Talent Program, you will try out a sophisticated rotation system and work in various departments across the company – from Technical Development through Purchasing to Marketing and Sales.
Why is MB a great place to live? Young talents share their views.
Located in the heart of the Czech Republic, Mladá Boleslav might not be as famous as Prague, but it holds a unique charm that makes it a wonderful place to live. In this article, Škoda Auto Talent Programs members and ex-members describe reasons why they moved to this town through a series of interviews, capturing the essence of what makes Mladá Boleslav a great place to call home. In this article, our respondents recommend their most favourite restaurants, cafés or parks together with their journey in Škoda Auto and their experiences.
We’ll help you find contacts for life
Ahoj. Hello. Hola. 你好. You never know which greeting you’ll get from Pavlína. She is fluent in several languages, including Chinese. She also uses her language skills as a coordinator of Talent programs for people from all over the world. "I had to learn to be great at negotiations," she laughs. She has so much energy to spare – and throw. In her free time, she enjoys, among other things, athletics and hammer throwing. But we start the conversation with a slightly more subtle topic – a reference to Cinderella on her Instagram profile...
What have our interns gained from the cooperation?
Students from all over the Czech Republic and abroad come to us to gain experience. Read their stories. Perhaps, they will inspire you to take the first step towards the career of your dreams.
"Talent programs connect people from across the company."
"I was able to change production already during my studies."
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