Material Science and Varistors Intern

Location:

Wettingen, Aargau, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0148383

Date Posted:

2026-10-26

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

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. 

How you’ll make an impact 

• 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 

Your background 

• 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

More about us 

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