Application Engineering Internship - 3 month contract

Henkel; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible hours

Work from anywhere

Global wellbeing standards

Parental leave

Job summary

Henkel Adhesives in Australia seeks an Application Engineering Intern to support the Metal Pretreatment team with hands-on exposure to industrial chemistry, formulation development, and process improvements while collaborating with sales and technical staff.

Ideal candidates are mechanical or chemical engineering students with strong communication and lab safety practices. The role offers a hybrid schedule and growth opportunities within a global leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Strong technical curiosity and problem-solving skills with a hands-on approach.
• Comfortable in a laboratory environment and handling chemicals safely.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with effective communication.
• Technologically proficient with clear technical reports and digital documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of industrial chemicals and surface treatment technologies.
• Evaluate alternative raw materials and assess impact on substrates.
• Conduct hands-on chemical handling, formulation, and testing.
• Manufacture products according to established formulas and specs.
• Apply test methods to validate changes and maintain quality.
• Contribute to product formulations, processes and methods for new products.
• Document equipment application methods and calibration procedures.
• Follow Safety, Quality and Environmental policies while collaborating with teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Hands-on approach

Documentation skills

Lab safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

About this Position

Henkel Adhesives is seeking a motivated Application Engineering Intern to join our technical team and support our Metal Pretreatment business. This opportunity offers hands‑on exposure to industrial chemistry and surface treatment technologies, providing insight into the product lifecycle from concept development through to batch production, while ensuring solutions meet customer requirements. Working closely with experienced sales and technical teams, you will contribute to raw material evaluation, product testing, formulation development and process improvements, while gaining an understanding of product specifications, performance validation and sustainable innovation. This role is ideal for a technically curious and hands‑on student looking to develop their expertise in industrial chemistry and build a strong foundation in application engineering.

What you´ll do

• Develop an understanding of industrial chemicals and surface treatment technologies.
• Evaluate alternative raw materials and assess their impact on customer substrates.
• Conduct hands‑on chemical handling, product formulation and testing.
• Manufacture products according to established formulas and specifications.
• Understand and apply test methods to validate finished product changes and maintain quality standards.
• Contribute to the development of product formulations, processes and application methods for new products.
• Document equipment application methods and calibration procedures.
• Follow all Safety, Quality and Environmental policies and procedures while collaborating with experienced sales and technical teams.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong technical curiosity, analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with a hands‑on approach and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment and handling chemicals safely.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Technologically proficient, with the ability to prepare clear technical reports and maintain accurate documentation using digital tools and standardised systems.
• Strong attention to detail, adaptability and a proactive mindset, with a structured approach to documentation and knowledge sharing.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender‑neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Flexible Public Holidays
• Company Products Allocation

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.