Strategic Student Program Belgium

Job Family: Software

Req : 515328

Strategic Student Program Belgium 2026B

Simcenter Simulation and Test Solutions (STS)

Registration period:
August 2026 – April 2027

Register if you are interested in joining the program or if you are a pre-selected candidate.

Siemens Digital Industries Software – Transform the Everyday!

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Location: Leuven, Belgium

Working model: Hybrid / On-site

Schedule: Part-time or Full-time

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for the design, simulation, and manufacture of products across many different industries.

Simcenter Simulation and Test Solutions help create a more sustainable future. Join the engineers developing the best possible products using the powerful predictive applications available through Simcenter.

By combining advanced engineering tools with industry expertise and dedicated support, we empower innovators to design, simulate, test, and deliver better products.

STS Internship Program, Belgium

The Strategic Student Program’s STS Internship Program provides real-world engineering experience to students with an interest in simulation software, testing systems, and customer applications.

Project domains may include:

• System dynamics, Structural integrity, Flow and thermal analysis, Control systems, Reliability, Acoustics, and Energy efficiency

These internships are designed to align with the academic programs of leading technical universities in Belgium and across the European Union.

Interns receive the opportunity to contribute to innovation projects and gain practical experience using advanced simulation and testing technologies.

Upon completion of the internship, participants join the Siemens Software Early Careers network, increasing their visibility for future global graduate and associate-level opportunities.

2026B Registration Period

The 2026B registration cycle runs from August 2026 through April 2027 .

During this period, Siemens Digital Industries Software will review registered profiles and match suitable candidates with internship projects as opportunities become available.

Candidates may be contacted at any point during the registration period if their academic background, skills, interests, and availability align with an available project.

Internship Starting Cycles

The STS Internship Program generally offers two main starting periods each year:

• Late August to early October

• Late February to early April

These starting periods are designed to align with academic calendars across the European Union and support effective integration into ongoing projects.

Internship Modalities

Internships take place through Siemens facilities in Leuven, Belgium, and may be offered in the following formats:

• Industrial internship: 3–6 months

• Master’s thesis research project: 6–9 months

• Summer internship: 1–3 months

The exact duration and format depend on the academic requirements of the student, the university agreement, and the needs of the assigned project.

Typical Candidate Profiles

Candidates typically come from Master’s programs in areas such as:
Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Physics, and Mathematics

Applicant Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a Master’s program at an EU university throughout the internship period

• Be a Belgian or EU/EEA national, or already hold a valid Belgian international student residence permit

• Have a strong command of written and spoken English

• Demonstrate an interest in simulation technologies, particularly Siemens Simcenter

• Complete Siemens’ standard background check for export-control compliance

• Include a motivation letter as a page within the CV

• Upload the CV and motivation letter in PDF

Internship Agreement

Siemens Software normally issues its own internship agreement. The agreement must be reviewed and approved by the intern’s university before the internship can begin.

An exception applies to KU Leuven, which uses its own agreement process due to the formal cooperation agreement established between Siemens Software and the university.

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