Intern (m/f/d) Material Lab Analysing

Bürkert Werke GmbH; Karlsruhe; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Bürkert Werke GmbH in Karlsruhe, Germany, invites motivated students to join its materials science team for hands-on electrochemical research. You will prepare metallic specimens, perform corrosion tests, and help evaluate results within a structured lab environment.

We value analytical minds, good English and German, and a proactive approach to experimental work. This internship offers insight into a world-leading process measuring and control technology company.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Materials Science, Material Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Surface Technology, Corrosion Engineering or a related discipline
• Advanced Bachelor's student or Master's student
• Basic understanding of metallic materials, corrosion mechanisms, and laboratory testing methods
• Structured and analytical way of working with an interest in experimental research
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and OriginLab software
• Good knowledge of English and German

Responsibilities

• Preparation of metallic test specimens
• Conducting electrochemical corrosion measurements
• Determination of OCP, polarization behavior, Ecorr and icorr
• Investigation of passivation and localized corrosion behavior
• Comparison of different metallic materials and surface treatments
• Evaluation and documentation of measurement results
• Support in developing a systematic electrochemical test methodology for material qualification
• Correlation of electrochemical results with material condition, surface treatment

Skills

Materials knowledge

Analytical thinking

English & German proficiency

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Materials Science or related field

Tools

MS Office

OriginLab

Job description

Where would you like to shape the success of your future career: Working with a worldwide leading manufacturer of process measuring and control technology? In a family owned company that values its more than 3,700 employees as individuals in more than 30 countries? On a team that breaks new ground with courage and passion? If you answer „Yes“ three times? Then it is time for us to make your acquaintance:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparation of metallic test specimens
• Conducting electrochemical corrosion measurements
• Determination of OCP, polarization behavior, Ecorr and icorr
• Investigation of passivation and localized corrosion behavior
• Comparison of different metallic materials and surface treatments
• Evaluation and documentation of measurement results
• Support in developing a systematic electrochemical test methodology for material qualification
• Correlation of electrochemical results with material condition, surface treatment

REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Materials Science, Material Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Surface Technology, Corrosion Engineering or a related discipline
• Advanced Bachelor's student or currently enrolled in a Master's program
• Basic understanding of metallic materials, corrosion mechanisms, and laboratory testing methods
• Structured and analytical way of working with an interest in experimental research
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel and OriginLab software
• Good knowledge of English and German

BURKERT CULTURE:

Burkert employees enjoy an inclusive environment that's open to ideas and innovation for a growing company with opportunities for development. Work life balance is considered a priority with a comprehensive benefits package in place to support your personal and professional life.