Automotive Workshop Internship 2026
An internship in an automotive workshop gives you direct insight into vehicle technology. You'll work alongside automotive mechatronics technicians, get to grips with modern diagnostic equipment, and understand how today's vehicles – from electric cars to trucks – are serviced and repaired.
Find Auto Repair Shop internshipsWhat you'll learn in a Auto Repair Shop internship
- The basics of vehicle mechanics and vehicle electronics
- Using diagnostic and measuring equipment (OBD scanners, multimeters)
- Oil changes, brakes, tyres and tyre service
- Bodywork and vehicle painting (depending on the workshop)
- Working on modern hybrid and electric vehicles
Companies offering Auto Repair Shop internships
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Frequently asked questions about the Auto Repair Shop internship
What do you actually do in an automotive internship?▼
In an automotive workshop internship, you help mechatronics technicians maintain and repair vehicles. You get to know diagnostic tools, watch tyre changes and inspections, and lend a hand under supervision.
What training paths exist in the automotive field?▼
The most common qualification is automotive mechatronics technician (3.5 years). There are also bodywork technicians, vehicle painters and motorcycle mechanics.
How long does an automotive internship last?▼
School internships last 1–4 weeks. Internships that accompany an apprenticeship can last several months.
Am I paid for an automotive internship?▼
Many automotive workshops pay €200–400 per month for voluntary internships. It's best to check directly with the workshop beforehand.
Ready for your Auto Repair Shop internship?
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