Volvo Group Graduate Program 2027 - Product Architect

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

This is the Volvo Group Graduate Program 

A new era of manufacturing and R&D is here. Are you passionate about technology, eager to solve real business challenges, ready to drive innovation, and join our transformation journey? Then this Graduate program is for you!

As part of the Graduate Program at Volvo Group, you will tackle real challenges from day one and contribute to the development of next-generation production solutions.  

The 15-month Graduate Program combines 50% time in your home department with 50% dedicated program activities, giving you broad exposure across Volvo Group. Through local and international rotations, short-term assignments, and targeted training in areas such as operations, engineering, and purchasing, you will build a strong understanding of our business, brands and strategy. The program also includes direct customer exposure and encourages collaboration, knowledge-sharing and an end-to-end mindset, enabling you to contribute to transformation across the organization from day one. 

Your future team 

The global defence industry is now under rapid reshape and the Volvo Group is following the development with new remote controlled and autonomous products and vehicles. The Volvo Group has a large capability in vehicle configurations and technology in the autonomous segment. 

The Volvo Trucks Technology & Industrial (TTI) division and the Defence Vehicle Development department are leading this initiative. We encompass the value chain from customer requirements to engineering to a complete product through coordinating cross functional resources. We also plan to ensure that the Volvo Group is at the forefront of utilizing new technology for the armed forces. 

This role contributes to establishing this tech area in the Volvo Group while building sustainable competence and knowledge. 

How you’ll contribute 

As Product Architect for Remote and Autonomous Vehicle development in the Defense segment, you will combine data-driven strategic thinking with hands-on project execution, turning business needs into scalable digital and operational improvements. 
 

Key responsibilities:

• Business Needs Translation: Clarify and understand customer needs, define the roadmap, and translate requirements into technical solutions. Drive business intelligence, including AI-supported development, and build awareness of this tech area across Volvo Defence, Renault Defence, Mack Defense, TTI Defence Vehicle Development (Gothenburg and Lyon), and other relevant departments.
• Project Planning and Execution: Develop and manage project plans and timelines, and support in securing funding for the initiatives needed.
• Data Analysis and Modeling: Perform advanced data analysis and build predictive models to support business decisions.
• Stakeholder Management and Documentation: Communicate project progress, challenges, and results to stakeholders and senior management, while maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including requirements, design, and implementation details. 

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 initiative 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. 

You're comfortable gathering insights from multiple sources, such as engineering reports, field tests, customer test drives, and performance data. You can identify what matters, draw practical conclusions, and translate them into recommendations that support the roadmap while balancing input from colleagues. 

You are also interested in vehicle regulations, legal aspects and AI-driven work in these technical areas as these will be presented by authorities in parallel with the development work that we conduct.  

You meet the following requirements: 

• You have a MSc in the Mobility area, for example in Mobility Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
  • Alternatively, you have a Masters in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence in combination with experience within the Automotive/Mobility industry 
• You have strong digital and analytical exposure, and some skills in data analysis, data science, AI or predictive modelling, so that you understand how to utilize data and AI in a new product segment  
• We want to see that you have some exposure to autonomous technology or autonomous vehicles, through university projects, thesis work, internships, or work experience.  
• You have a genuine interest in defence applications, military vehicles, and mobility solutions for defence operations. 
• You are fluent in English, both written and verbal. If you speak French, it is beneficial. 

Additional desirable skills:  

• Experience within project planning and delivery
• Business requirements analysis and solution design
• Industrial, logistics, or supply-chain understanding is beneficial, since we hope that you can bring fresh new perspectives  

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 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. These are some of the benefits of joining our program: 

• 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 are 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: 22nd of November 2026  

 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. 

Who we are and what we believe in 
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. ​We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. ​We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. 

Trucks Technology & Industrial Division hire team players who are ready to create real customer impact. Our decentralized teams work close to our customers, with speed and autonomy, to build what they truly need. 
Join us to collaborate on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value. Bring your curiosity, your expertise, and your collaborative energy, and together, we’ll turn bold ideas into tangible solutions for our customers and contribute to a more sustainable tomorrow.