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Sika

Specialty chemicals for bonding, sealing, damping

Master's Student Intern - Water and Rubber-Based Adhesives, Research and Development

Physical SciencesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
InternshipHamburg, GermanyNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Be currently enrolled as a master's student in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a comparable field.
  • Have an interest in polymer chemistry and adhesive technologies.
  • Be interested in experimental laboratory work and data analysis.
  • Work independently and in a structured manner.
  • Demonstrate team-oriented and collegial behavior.
  • Have good German and English language skills.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct literature research on water-based polyurethane dispersions and laminating adhesives for automotive applications.
  • Plan and conduct syntheses of water-based polyurethane dispersions.
  • Systematically vary relevant synthesis parameters, such as polyol type, isocyanate structure, hard-segment content, degree of crosslinking, and emulsifiers.
  • Study the relationships between synthesis parameters, polymer structure, and resulting material properties.
  • Characterize the physical and chemical properties of the prepared dispersions.
  • Investigate the suitability of the dispersions as a formulation component in laminating adhesives.
  • Carry out spray application of adhesive formulations.
  • Analyze structure-property relationships.
  • Document and present the results as part of a master's thesis.

About the Company

Sika

Specialty chemicals for bonding, sealing, damping

Sika is a global specialty chemicals company that develops and manufactures systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in construction and other industries. Its offerings include adhesives, sealants, damping materials, reinforcement solutions, and protective coatings that join, seal, reinforce, and protect surfaces in projects. It differentiates itself with a wide geographic footprint (103 countries and hundreds of factories) and a decentralized structure that lets regional management tailor solutions, while focusing on sustainability and ongoing product development. Sika’s goal is to help transform the construction and transportation sectors toward greater environmental sustainability by delivering reliable chemical systems and services that improve build quality, efficiency, and durability.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Baar, Switzerland
Founded
1910

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