R&D Internship - Corrosion Protection 100%

VAT Group AG; Zürich; On-site; CHF 20,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global leader in semiconductor tech

Modern laboratory facilities

Collaborative environment

Zurich/Haag office amenities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

VAT Group AG in Zürich, Switzerland seeks an energetic R&D intern to support corrosion protection initiatives for sensors and vacuum solutions in a leading semiconductor company. You will work in Corporate R&D, gaining hands-on experience with material characterization, plasma environments, and protective strategies.

The role offers a modern laboratory, collaboration with engineers and scientists, and the chance to contribute to real industrial challenges while developing technical and

Qualifications

• Current master’s student or recently completed master’s in materials science, chemistry, physics, or engineering.
• Excellent communication skills, able to work independently, and passionate about learning.
• Experience with or knowledge of material characterization and semiconductor fabrication.
• Understanding of dry etching processes and thin-film deposition processes (optional).
• Practical experience working in a laboratory or clean environment (optional).

Responsibilities

• Support the development of protective measures to enhance material and sensor durability under extreme conditions.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and testing of corrosion protection strategies.
• Conduct failure analysis and material testing to identify failure mechanisms.
• Design experiments for testing the durability of VAT’s products in plasma etching systems.

Skills

Materials science

Chemistry

Physics

Engineering

Laboratory experience

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in materials science, chemistry, physics, or engineering

Tools

Material characterization techniques

Job description

R&D Internship - Corrosion Protection 100%

R&D Internship - Corrosion Protection

Purpose of therole

We at VAT Group AG invite a talented and passionate Internship candidate to join our Corporate R&D. Fueled by the ever-growing demand for computational power, the leading-edge technology nodes (≤7nm) require process control at the atomic scale. At VAT, we are developing the next generation of advanced sensing and vacuum solutions for the semiconductor industry. Semiconductor manufacturing processes often utilize corrosive gases and plasma environments that pose a risk for VAT’s products. We are seeking an intern to join our team and focus on advancing the corrosion protection strategies for our sensors and products. This internship will be located in Zürich, Switzerland and will require occasional travel to Haag, Switzerland.

What we offer

• Join a global leader at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, we are aglobally leading company in the semiconductor industry.
• A technologically advanced and innovative working environment with Modern Laboratory and testing facilities.
• Thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment that celebrates bold ideas and outstanding execution — where your potential knows no bounds.
• Enjoy an exceptional working environment with great amenities at our VAT Group offices in Zurich and Haag.
• Receive competitive compensation and benefits aligned with your expertise and contributions.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of protective measures to enhance material and sensor durability under extreme conditions.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and testing of corrosion protection strategies.
• Conduct failure analysis and material testing to identify failure mechanisms.
• Design experiments for testing the durability of VAT’s products in plasma etching systems.

Your competencies acquired at the end of the internship

This internship aims to provide you with practical skills and knowledge in testing and experimental procedures in the semiconductor industry, preparing you for a future technical career. As a research & development intern in our dynamic environment, you will get the opportunity to work on real-life industrial challenges. By the end of the internship, you will have acquired the following competencies:

• Technical Skills:Gain hands-on experience in a cross-disciplinary project, where you will expand your knowledge in physics, chemistry, materials science, and both mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to plan, execute, and evaluate experiments, and to analyze and interpret experimental data.
• Communication Skills:Experience in presenting technical information and progress reports, as well as participating in technical discussions.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Practical experience in diagnosing and solving real-world problems in the semiconductor industry.
• Collaboration Skills:Work within a dynamic team, including engineers, materials scientists, and designers, to address complex challenges.
• Industry Experience:Insight into the practical aspects of product design, testing, and refinement within a commercial product development cycle.

Qualifications

• Current master’s student or recently completed master’s degree in materials science, chemistry, physics, or engineering.
• Excellent communication skills, able to work independently, and passionate about learning.
• Experience with or knowledge of material characterization and semiconductor fabrication.
• (optional)Understanding of dry etching processes and thin-film deposition processes.
• (optional)Practical experience working in a laboratory or clean environment.

• Work location 8000 Zürich (ZH)
• Workload 100%
• Employment start 01.09.2027
• Employment duration Temporary
• Work experience Less than 1 year
• Education Master’s degree from a university of applied sciences or equivalent
• English Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge
• German Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge
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