Internship Material Science and Varistors 80 - 100% (f/m/d)
In our Profit Center Surge Arresters in Wettingen, Switzerland, we produce and offer innovative, reliable and secure overvoltage protection solutions in the segments of power generation and distribution, railway, and industry. Our ambition is to impress our worldwide customers as a technology leader with world-class overvoltage protection solutions. We do so by expanding our leading position in core technologies as well as by continuously improving our business processes.
Your responsibilities
Contribute to key research projects focusing on metal oxide varistor materials and their manufacturing processes
Analyze test samples using various characterization techniques
Obtain an understanding of the relationship between process parameters, microstructure, and material characteristics
Document findings in reports and present test results to the research team
Literature survey
Your background
Currently pursuing a degree in Materials Science/Engineering or a related discipline (official enrollment is essential)
Experience in ceramics and sinter technology of advantage
Experience in laboratory work and background knowledge in material analysis methods such as microscope, SEM and spectroscopy
Enthusiastic, self-motivated mindset and ability to work independently
Highly conscientious individual with keen sense of responsibility
Fluent command of English, both written and spoken (German language is a plus)
