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OVERVIEW
Duration
May - December 2023
Innovation & Engineering Center California (IECC)
The Innovation and Engineering Center California (IECC) is Volkswagen's key R&D center in Silicon Valley, focused on developing new car technologies like smart cockpits and self-driving systems. Building on two decades of innovation, IECC is all about mixing Volkswagen's classic style with the latest tech, showing the brand's dedication to pushing boundaries and serving the U.S. market.
Product Inception and Placement Team (PIP)
In my internship at IECC, I was part of the Product Inception and Placement (PIP) team, a group dedicated to early-stage product development. Our focus was on HMI/UX, Interior, Infotainment, and ADAS, tailoring these elements to cater specifically to the preferences of the U.S. market.
The team's core responsibility was to nurture these products through their initial phases, preparing them for the next stages of development and eventual implementation.
Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Subteam
Within the PIP team, I worked specifically with the HMI subteam. We focused on crafting the user experiences and interfaces for Volkswagen's future vehicles.
Collaborating not just within our team but also on an international scale, we regularly coordinated with colleagues in Germany, Mexico, and across Europe to align our design objectives and projects. The work of our subteam was vital in creating interfaces that ensure intuitive, engaging, and user-centered interactions between drivers and the vehicle's infotainment and ADAS features.
Role
UX Design Intern
Internship Experience
During my time at Volkswagen, I collaborated closely with the Product Inception and Placement team. My role involved assisting in the preparation for the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) launch of a forthcoming vehicle cluster in 2026. Although specifics are protected under NDA, this experience allowed me to hone my UX design skills in a real-world, automotive context.
For those interested in a more in-depth conversation about my internship experience and the contributions I made to the Volkswagen team, I welcome the opportunity for an interview or call. Please feel free to contact me to schedule a discussion where I can share more about my role as a UX design intern within the bounds of confidentiality agreements!
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