Intern – Metallography and Materials Characterization in Corporate Research & Technology (m/f/x)

Test. Learn. Transform

In this internship, you will support Hilti’s materials research team by conducting material related investigations and analysis. You will contribute to investigations of metallic materials related to manufacturing processes and product performance in close collaboration with materials experts and research engineers. Your hands-on approach and creative thinking will be essential to our success.
This internship position has a flexible start date and runs for at least 3 months, preferably 6 months or longer.

What You'll do

As an intern in metallography and materials characterization, you will work closely with materials experts and research engineers on failure analysis and research projects related to metallic materials. You will prepare metallographic samples and characterize them.
Through your daily work, you will gain practical experience in metallography, microstructural characterization, and laboratory testing while developing a deeper understanding of material behaviour, manufacturing processes, and failure mechanisms. You will learn how laboratory data supports engineering decisions and product development activities.
You will document and interpret characterization results, contribute to technical reports and presentations, and help maintain high standards of quality and reproducibility in the laboratory. Strong attention to detail, a structured working approach, and an interest in materials science are essential for success in this role.
Although metallography will be your primary focus, you will be part of an interdisciplinary materials team that also works in the fields of corrosion and tribology. Depending on project needs, you may therefore gain exposure to selected activities in these areas as well.

What You’ll Bring

To help you succeed, we will provide you with the needed training, support, and guidance in our laboratory environment. Here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• You are studying Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.
• You have an interest in materials and materials characterization.
• First experience in a laboratory environment or with experimental testing methods is a plus.
• You work carefully and in a structured way
• You enjoy hands on laboratory work and collaboration in an international technical team.

What’s In It for You

We really value our people, and we've worked hard to develop a reward package that reflects this, creating your future to be just how you would want it. Some of our benefits include:

• Diverse global headquarters community of over 2,100 colleagues from 70 nationalities.
• Flexible and trust-based working model including remote work, workation and sabbaticals.
• Relocation and family support including childcare services and integration assistance.
• Inclusive culture supported by more than 60 employee-led activity networks.
• Modern campus with onsite gym, restaurants, mobility benefits and outdoor activities.
• Opportunities to contribute to social impact initiatives both locally and globally.

Why Hilti

At Hilti, you'll join a family-owned company that thinks long term, invests in its people, and empowers individuals to make a real difference. From day one, you'll take on meaningful responsibilities, contribute to business growth, and have the opportunity to shape your own development through structured career paths and strategic growth opportunities. Some of the benefits of building your career with us include:

• Diverse global headquarters community of over 2,100 colleagues from 70 nationalities.
• Early responsibility and the opportunity to make a visible impact on business success.
• Long-term career growth supported by transparent development framework and career opportunities across functions, regions, and roles.
• Flexible and trust-based working model including remote work and workation.
• Opportunities to contribute to social impact initiatives both locally and globally.
• Inclusive culture supported by more than 60 employee-led activity networks.
• Modern campus with onsite gym, restaurants, mobility benefits, and outdoor activities.

Commitment to Inclusion

At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.

For non-EU/ EFTA citizens: Please state your eligibility status to work in Switzerland/ Liechtenstein and note that if you do not own a valid Swiss/ Liechtenstein work permit, Hilti cannot guarantee your final employment due to authority regulations.