Volvo Group Graduate Program - Business Dev. & Digitalization Engineer

Company description:How you’ll contribute

As a Business Development & Digitalization Engineer at SP&E / Business & Strategy, you will connect strategy, technology, customer needs, and business opportunities to support the development of software-defined vehicles, digital services, and future transport solutions. Through cross-functional and global collaboration, the role contributes to strategic analysis, early-phase initiatives, stakeholder alignment, and the translation of insights into actionable recommendations that create customer value and enable Volvo Group’s transformation. 

 

Job description:

You will work in a highly collaborative and international environment, building a broad network across Business Areas, engineering organizations, and external partners. Regular interaction with experienced specialists, decision-makers, and senior stakeholders will give you insight into how a global organization and the commercial vehicle industry operate, while developing your communication, stakeholder-management, and leadership potential. You will have opportunities to present your ideas, influence real decisions, and learn through feedback. You will be part of an innovation-driven team where curiosity is encouraged, different perspectives are valued, and your contribution can help shape the future of transport and Volvo Group’s ongoing transformation. 

Key responsibilities:  

• Conduct strategic and business analyses to identify customer needs, market trends, technology opportunities, and potential new business models.
• Contribute to early-phase initiatives and short-cycle explorations within software-defined vehicles, digital services, transport ecosystems, and internal efficiency.
• Translate complex business and technology topics into clear insights, recommendations, and decision material for relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate globally across Business Areas, Digital & IT, engineering organizations, joint ventures, and external partners.
• Support alignment between product planning, technology development, business strategy, and execution across organizational boundaries.
• Prepare and present analyses, proposals, and results in cross-functional forums and to senior stakeholders.
• Drive assigned activities with ownership, adaptability, and a continuous-improvement mindset, using feedback and rapid learning to strengthen outcomes. 

Who are you?

We are looking for someone with a strong transformation and collaborative mindset who is eager to learn, explore, and understand the business. You thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new challenges and ambiguity, and take ownership of your own development and growth. With strong analytical skills, you take initiatives and drive tasks forward with determination while bringing fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to the team. You enjoy building relationships and leveraging a global network to create impact while working collaboratively across teams and functions. In addition, you contribute to a culture of continuous learning by actively sharing knowledge, exchanging insights, and supporting the development of others. 

Requirements: 

• Master’s degree in engineering, computer science, industrial engineering/economics, management, information systems
• An interest in commercial vehicles, transport solutions, software, data, AI, digital ecosystems, or business transformation.
• Experience applying engineering, digital, or business knowledge through a thesis, internship, student project, summer job, or extracurricular activity.
• Some experience in Power BI or similar tools  
• Basic understanding of how technology and engineering contribute to customer value and business outcomes.
• Ability to communicate ideas and findings clearly and contribute effectively in cross-functional and international teams. 

To qualify for the Graduate program, you: 

• Have completed a master’s degree prior to the start of the program but not more than 3 years ago.  
• Should not have more than three years' full-time relevant working experience in the field prior to starting, excluding part-time work during studies.  
• Are fluent in English, both written and verbal.   
• Are willing to travel and participate in international short-term assignments 

What’s in it for you?

Our Volvo Group Graduate Program starts in August 2027, and you will be offered a permanent position at TTI with placement in Sweden, Gothenburg.  

Read more about the Graduate program here

• An opportunity to work with the latest technology.An exciting and global working environment with experienced colleagues.
• Possibility to gain international experience through a short-term assignment abroad.A competitive salary and permanent position from day one.
• Various workshops and seminars designed to help you grow into your future career at Volvo Group.The possibility to shape your own career with endless career opportunities. 

The application process

The journey begins! An email confirmation will be sent when you submit your application. After this, it is still possible to update your personal profile by logging into your account. The hiring team will review your application together with the hiring manager. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with information about the following steps.  

Last day to apply: 22.11.26

As part of the recruitment process, a background check as well as alcohol and drug testing may be conducted. You will be informed if applicable. We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.