Hands-on Materials & Surface Science Technical Student

CERN

Genf

On-site

CHF 38,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Swiss Health Insurance
Annual leave 30 days

Job summary

CERN in Geneva is seeking a Technical Student to gain hands-on experience while supporting projects in material and surface science. You will learn from engineers, technicians and scientists and contribute to analyses, testing and characterisation of materials and coatings.

Ideal candidates are full-time students in Applied Physics or Engineering Physics, eligible for practical training, and eager to develop their skills in a collaborative, multicultural setting.

Qualifications

  • You are currently studying in Applied Physics, Engineering Physics or a related field.
  • You are required or encouraged by your university to complete a practical training period.
  • You are eager to develop your skills through on-the-job learning.

Responsibilities

  • Learn from and assist experienced engineers, technicians and scientists in your field of study.
  • Contribute to ongoing projects in analyses, testing or characterisation of materials and coatings.
  • Take part in day-to-day technical activities under close supervision.
  • Collaborate and exchange ideas within an international and multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Material science
Teamwork
English/French

Education

Applied Physics/Engineering Physics
Full-time student

Job description

CERN in Geneva is seeking a Technical Student to gain hands-on experience while supporting projects in material and surface science. You will learn from engineers, technicians and scientists and contribute to analyses, testing and characterisation of materials and coatings.

Ideal candidates are full-time students in Applied Physics or Engineering Physics, eligible for practical training, and eager to develop their skills in a collaborative, multicultural setting.

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