Internship or Bachelor/ Master Student for Polymer Material Development in the Technology Center (m/f/d) - 6 months 100%
At GF, we see our company as a forward-thinking leader in our field. Since 1802, we have been embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to people’s lives around the globe.
The Materials Technology Groups are part of the Technology Center- a Global Center of Competence for materials, processing, CAE, testing, and approvals with its own laboratories and a pilot plant - at GF Piping Systems in Schaffhausen. We hold technical responsibility for our plastic raw materials and function as an interface between suppliers, product development, production, and market. We evaluate new materials, lead material innovation projects and support our R&D departments in finding sustainable solutions for our products.
Help us take polymer materials to the next level with the latest technologies!
Your tasks
- The main target is to take our polymer compounds to the next level, ready to face tomorrow’s requirements
- Define formulations of complex compounds
- Organize the sampling of compounds and the production of parts
- Analyse and evaluate material properties
- Compare the mechanical, thermal and chemical properties of the parts to the requirements of the industrial applications they are being used in
- Document results and present results to the team
- For further information on the task, please contact Daniel Casanova, Senior Materials Engineer, @ +41 52 631 3558,
Your profile
- Student in the field of polymer science, polymer chemistry, chemical engineering or similar
- Chemical knowledge would be a plus
- Good knowledge of polymers, plastic processing and polymer analysis
- High level of commitment and independent working style
- Enjoyment in hands-on and systematic work
- Confident handling of IT and MS Office
- As we work in an international environment, German and English language skills on a good level are needed
Benefits
Clear vision and purpose
“We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value” is our vision and this is what guides us. Our purpose “becoming better every day - since 1802” is what inspires us in our daily work.
Sustainability and innovation focus
We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let’s work towards a sustainable future together.
Excellent learning tools
At GF we provide development opportunities for everyone. We offer global learning tools as well as trainings and specialized courses.
Great career opportunities
GF as a global acting company provides many opportunities regarding career growth. We also offer a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.
Free Refreshments
We offer all employees free refreshments such as water, coffee or tea.
Sport Activities
We support the purchase of a fitness studio membership from the center of your choice with a subsidy. We also offer active health promotion with other sport activities.
Your contact
Kristina Peric
HR Assistant
Ebnatstrasse 111
8201 Schaffhausen
Switzerland
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