Engineering Internship – Aerodynamic Optimization for Road & Gravel Systems
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Engineering Internship Aerodynamic Optimization for Road & Gravel Systems
Location: Specialized Innovation Center Freiburg Germany
Duration: 46 months
Start Date: Q1Q2 2026
ABOUT SPECIALIZED
Innovation has guided our every decision since 1974. As more riders of all ages get on the roads trails and streets than ever before were here to do the best work of our lives to push the greatest human-powered machine into the futureeach and everyday. Were a team of barrier-breakers disrupters and problem solvers. Were committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where every teammate can succeed as we inspire riders everywhere.
ABOUT THE INTERNSHIP
Join Specializeds Road & Gravel Engineering Team for a hands-on engineering internship focused on designing optimizing and industrializing a new proprietary system for highperformance road and gravel bikes.
You will drive a complete product development cycle from early concept exploration through CFD-based aero optimization and windtunnel validation all the way to a toolready prototype prepared for mass production.
This internship sits at the intersection of aerodynamics mechanical design materials engineering and product industrialization offering a uniquely holistic experience in performance-driven product creation.
HOW YOUll MAKE A DIFFERENCE
1. Concept Development & Evaluation
- Analyze existing road and gravel solutions and competitor benchmarks
- Create and evaluate multiple system concepts with a focus on:
- Aerodynamic performance
- Usability and ergonomics
- Integration with frames and components
- Manufacturing feasibility and cost implications
2. Aerodynamic Development
- Set up and run CFD simulations across a variety of yaw angles
- Optimize geometries for realworld riding conditions
- Collaborate with aero and design engineers to define simulation targets and boundary conditions
3. Mechanical Design & Industrialization
- Build detailed 3D CAD models of the system and its interfaces
- Define materials tolerances wall thicknesses and assembly strategy
- Incorporate tooling molding and process constraints into the design
4. Prototyping & Validation
- Support or lead the build of functional prototypes
- Plan and execute windtunnel test sessions
- Compare CFD predictions against windtunnel data and iterate designs accordingly
5. Production Readiness
- Deliver a complete toolready design package (CAD drawings BOM)
- Document validation results and design decisions
- Support handover to manufacturing and supplier engineering teams
Expected Deliverables
- Concept trade-off study and design rationale
- CFD results demonstrating measurable aero improvements
- Windtunnel validation report
- Fully detailed CAD and drawing package
- Prototype validated for aerodynamics function and manufacturability
WHAT YOULL NEED TO WIN
- Currently enrolled in Mechanical Engineering Product Design / Product Engineering or a related field
- Strong interest in aerodynamics and performance product development
- Solid experience with CAD tools (Creo SolidWorks CATIA NX or similar)
- Basic experience with CFD tools (ANSYS Fluent Star-CCM OpenFOAM etc.)
- Analytical thinking and structured problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with senior engineers
Its a plus when you have:
- Experience with aerodynamic optimization or windtunnel testing
- Passion for cycling and performance sports equipment
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and tooling
WHAT WE OFFER
- Monthly stipend
- Ownership of a real productionintent product
- Practical experience across CFD prototyping and windtunnel validation
- Exposure to the full concepttoindustrialization workflow
- Close collaboration with industryleading engineers and aero specialists
- A dynamic work environment in Freiburgone of Europes top cycling and outdoor hubs
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- React Native
- AI
- Enterprise Software
- React
- Node.js
- Redis
- AWS
- Software Development
- IOS
- Team Management
- Product Development
- Mobile Applications
About Company
Headquartered in Morgan Hill, CA, the passionate and creative teammates at Specialized have designed and manufactured the world's most innovative bikes and gear since 1974. Founded on the principle of performance and fueled by innovation, our focus on the rider and their needs is our ... View more
