Internship in Material Science and Varistors 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

Join our Profit Center Surge Arresters in Wettingen, Switzerland, where we develop innovative and secure overvoltage protection solutions for power generation, distribution, railway, and industry. You’ll be part of a passionate team striving to lead in technology and customer satisfaction. This internship of at least 6 months offers hands-on experience in materials research and process development. You’ll contribute to impactful projects while learning from experts in a collaborative and supportive environment. 

• Support research on metal oxide varistor materials and manufacturing processes 

• Analyze samples using advanced characterization techniques 

• Explore links between process parameters, microstructure, and material properties 

• Document findings and present results to the research team 

• Conduct literature reviews to support ongoing research 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelors or Masters degree in Materials Science / Materials Engineering or a related discipline (official enrollment is essential)

• Experience in ceramics and sinter technology is beneficial 

• Hands-on experience in lab work and background knowledge in material analysis methods such as microscope, SEM and spectroscopy 

• Enthusiastic, self-motivated mindset and ability to work independently 

• Fluent command of English, both written and spoken