Intern Materials & Processes Engineer 100% (all genders)

Beyond Gravity; Zürich; On-site; CHF 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Beyond Gravity in Zurich seeks an Intern Materials & Processes Engineer to support documentation, characterization, and testing of materials and processes for space applications. You will supervise manufacturing, analyze data, and help develop new processes while learning in a hands-on, multinational team.

The role targets students in Material Sciences or Mechanical Engineering, with strong German and English (B2+). Prior aerospace experience is a plus, but learning is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Master or Bachelor program in Material Sciences or Mechanical Engineering.
• You need to be at least in the 5th semester of your Bachelor.

Responsibilities

• Write the technical documentation required to qualify materials and processes used in space applications.
• Define how to characterize different materials and processes used in our products, such as metals, composites, surface treatments, etc.

Skills

German language

English language

Critical thinking

Team player

Education

Master or Bachelor program in Material Sciences or Mechanical Engineering

5th semester in Bachelor

Job description

Intern Materials & Processes Engineer 100% (all genders)

Challenge the Impossible

About Beyond Gravity

Beyond Gravity, headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, is the first space company to combine a startup mindset, agility, speed and innovation with decades of experience and proven quality. Approximately 1'900 employees at 12 locations in six countries (Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, USA, Finland and Portugal) develop and produce solutions for satellites and launch vehicles with the goal of advancing humankind and enabling the exploration of the world and beyond. Beyond Gravity is the preferred supplier of structures for all types of launch vehicles and a leading provider of selected satellite products and constellation solutions in the New Space sector. In 2025, the company generated a revenue of around CHF 402 million. More information at: www.beyondgravity.com.

Your Crew:

Join our M&P team, where you will develop cutting-edge satellite systems for the space industry of tomorrow. You will work in a multicultural environment, working hands-on with our experts on the latest project for a wide range of customers. You will support the manufacturing and testing of different parts and get to lead your own projects. You will have the opportunity to outperform yourself and learn something new every day, with unique chances to go Beyond! The M&P team is looking for an Intern for a period of minimum 6 months.

Your Mission:

• Write the technical documentation required to qualify materials & processes used in space applications
• Define how to characterize different materials and processes used in our products, such as metals, composites, surface treatments, etc.
• Supervise the manufacturing and testing of specimens
• Analyse test data and provide your interpretation based on the theoretical knowledge you have acquired during your studies
• Develop and validate new processes

Your Story:

• Currently enrolled in a Master or Bachelor programm in Material Sciences or Mechanical Engineering. You need to be at least in the 5th semester of your Bachelor
• Very good German and English (min B2). You need to be able to communicate in the daily business
• Any experience in the aerospace industry and / or with composite materials (CFRP) would be a plus (but not a must, you are here to learn!)
• Critical thinker, you like to face challenges and independently find the optimal solution in a rational manner
• Excellent team-player, you will join a tight-knit group where helping each other is key

Are you ready for lift-off?

Our core values - Passionate, Together, and Curious - transform challenges into opportunities. Embark on a journey to transcend the ordinary with us. Propel your career to new heights by applying before 04/12/2026.We‘re actively reviewing candidates and will promptly select the ideal fit for our team.

For questions regarding the position, please contact: Luca Luzzatto |[e-mail]

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact: Cassandra Gyamfi | [e-mail]

Beyond Gravity is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected categories.

Applications by e-mail cannot be considered. We do not accept dossiers from recruitment agencies for this position.