Volvo Group Graduate Program 2027 - Technology Exploration Manager

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 Strategy & Governance Office (SGO) is part of Volvo Trucks Technology Industrial Division (TTI). Our mission is to shape how Volvo Group approaches prioritized technology areas and to keep decision-making clear and coherent. We focus on emerging technologies and trends with the greatest potential to move Volvo Group closer to its vision: becoming the world's most desired and successful provider of transport and infrastructure solutions.

How you’ll contribute
In this role, you will help build a systematic Future Intelligence capability by connecting emerging technologies, strategic intelligence, foresight and AI-enabled insights. The goal is to strengthen TTI's ability to anticipate and act on technological change. You will identify what matters, understand its implications, and translate uncertainty and external developments into actionable intelligence for technology strategy and decision-making.

Key responsibilities 

• Scan external developments, weak signals and technology trends relevant to Trucks Technology. Lead structured explorations of emerging technologies, from initial signal to strategic implication.
• Use AI-enabled methods and tools to collect, connect and analyze internal and external knowledge efficiently and responsibly.
• Translate complex developments into clear insights, scenarios and recommendations. You build the knowledge structures and methods that strengthen Future Intelligence over time.
• Coordinate cross-functional and external networks to validate insights and contribute to strategic dialogues by clarifying opportunities, risks and next steps.

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 also have experience in leading activities and you are interested in increasing your leadership skills by broadly expanding your network. 

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.

To qualify for the Graduate program, you:

• Have completed a master degree prior to the start of the program but not more than three years ago.
• Should not have more than three years' full-time relevant working experience in the field prior to starting the program, excluding part-time work during studies.
• Have relevant education within Engineering, Technology Management, Industrial Engineering and Management, Computer Science, Data Science, Innovation Management or another relevant field.
• Are fluent in English, both written and verbal.  
• Are willing to travel and participate in international short-term assignments
• Are familiar with AI-enabled tools and data-driven methods for research, synthesis, analysis or knowledge management.  

Additional desirable skills

• It's desirable that you are fluent in Swedish, both written and spoken
• Have understanding in the automotive, transport, industrial or technology sector

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 a 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: 22nd of November 2026 
Location: Gothenburg, Lundby. 

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.