PhD Student Venture Capital & Venture Clienting, Volkswagen AG

Volkswagen AG

Location:
Germany, Wolfsburg

Category:
Research and Development

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Job Description:

The Volkswagen Group Innovation operates within an international innovation network with locations in Europe, China, the USA, Israel, Japan, and Singapore. Together with our internal customers, we develop new product ideas that not only measure up to the competition but also offer a societal benefit. In the field of venture capital, Volkswagen Group Innovation works closely with the Mergers & Acquisitions team and is building an interdisciplinary team for venture capital projects and collaboration with startups within the Volkswagen Group. As part of a Ph.D. program, you will work in this interdisciplinary team and be supervised by both areas. Shape the mobility of tomorrow with us – apply now and become part of our innovation network!

Job Responsibility:

Collaborating in interdisciplinary project teams to design and implement best practices in the areas of venture capital (VC), venture clienting, and innovation transfer
Creating a comprehensive literature review on the topic of corporate venture capital (CVC) and venture clienting with a focus on success factors and various possible structures
Analyzing existing studies, including extracting key insights and deriving hypotheses
Conducting an empirical analysis on the structural 'sweet spot' of CVC and venture clienting
Analyzing the relationship between key performance indicators (KPIs) of innovation transfer and the financial success of VC investments or Venture Clienting activities

Requirements:

Good to very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in economics, natural sciences, industrial engineering, or a related field
Strong interest in technology transfer, innovation management, entrepreneurship, and new technologies
Ideally, initial practical experience in technology transfer, innovation management, or entrepreneurship through internships or work experience
Excellent teamwork skills, strong analytical abilities, and a responsible working style
English language level B2 and German language level C1

Nice to have:

Initial practical experience in technology transfer, innovation management, or entrepreneurship through internships or work experience

What we offer:

Attractive salary & 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)
35-hour week, flexible working hours, remote work
Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles
Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications
Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange with science representatives and other doctoral candidates within the Volkswagen Group

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 25, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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