Your doctorate at MAHLE
Have you successfully completed your Master's degree and would like to research future-oriented topics and delve even deeper into your specialist area? Then do your doctorate at MAHLE!
Thanks to our pioneering spirit, the development of new technologies and innovations is part of our DNA. Become a part of MAHLE and actively shape the future through practical research.
„“The opportunity to approach complex issues independently and in a structured way is an excellent basis for me to develop technical systems. That's why the PhD program was the perfect start to my career.”
Claas, PhD Student
Our PhD program offers:
- A 3-year contract with the possibility of extension
- Professional support from experts from the specialist departments
- Individual support from HR
- Participation in internal events and training sessions
Your application for the International Graduate Program
This qualifies you
As a graduate you can start at MAHLE at a high level. And you will have the best prerequisites for doing this:
- Practical orientation
- Innovative strength and creativity
- Interest and commitment outside the doctorate
- Initiative and independence
- Interest in networking
Your Application
Have you found an interesting topic for your doctorate in the job advertisements? Then apply directly via our MAHLE application portal. This will give us a quick and uncomplicated first impression of you.
You will need the following documents for your application:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- Relevant certificates
Our Selection Process
If you impress us with your application, we will invite you to an initial telephone interview with the recruiter responsible. In the next step, you will receive an invitation to a personal interview with your future line manager and HR. If both sides can imagine working together, you will soon have a contract in your hands.



