Internship in Materials Science

Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

ABB Corporate Research, in close collaboration with ABB businesses, develops the foundations for the next generation of ABB products. The Materials team at ABB’s Swiss research center in the proximity of Zurich focuses on the development and manufacturing of innovative materials to be implemented in the company’s next generation of products. We are currently offering outstanding students the chance to join our multidisciplinary team of researchers in the field of metallic and composite materials. In the frame of a six-month internship, you will be able to put theory into practice by contributing to one of our projects on future energy technologies. A better world begins with you!

Your responsibilities

• Contribute to current research projects focusing on innovative metal-based materials and manufacturing processes
• Develop and optimize material manufacturing processes on the lab-scale
• Analyze the produced materials or engineering prototypes with various characterization techniques to obtain a good understanding of the relationship between process parameters, microstructure, and material characteristics
• Evaluate and document findings and present test results to the team

Your background

• Currently pursuing a degree in Materials Science/Engineering or a related discipline (completion of at least six semesters); official enrollment is essential
• Broad understanding of metallic and composite materials
• Familiarity or experience with additive manufacturing
• Basic knowledge in powder technology or engineering design and software tools (CAD etc.) is of advantage
• Experience in laboratory work and know-how in experimental methods
• 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

More about us

ABB is able to offer you an interesting role within a highly motivated team, together with open communication structures. On the basis of a personal, practice-oriented introduction program, you will be given the opportunity to acquire the confidence needed to work independently as well as be a constructive member of an inclusive team within your assigned area. ABB is also able to provide a wealth of opportunity for personal development once you have completed your introduction period, the aim being to assist you in attaining your career goals. Non-EU/EFTA citizens, please note that a certificate from your university, showing that an internship is a mandatory part of your studies, is required for the visa application. Interested in joining our team? If so, we look forward to receiving your full application (motivation letter, CV, references) only via our online careers tool. A better world begins with you at www.abb.com/careers