Intern R&D (m/f/d)

2333 Diversey GmbH&Co.O; Mannheim; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversey GmbH & Co. OHG in Mannheim, Germany invites motivated students for practical phases of a bachelor's or master's thesis or internship in the R&D Food & Beverage department.

The team focuses on hygiene, cleaning and disinfection within the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries, offering a modern lab environment and supervision by chemists and engineers. Participants gain hands-on experience developing products and concepts while learning about processes of an international company

Qualifications

• Student must have a mandatory practical phase as part of their study regulations.
• Interest in working in R&D Food & Beverage.
• Preference for backgrounds in chemistry, chemical engineering, microbiology or food technology.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to development of new Diversey products and concepts.
• Work on defined topics and questions within R&D projects.
• Be properly supervised and instructed during the practical phase.
• Gain valuable insight into processes of an international company.

Skills

Scientific background

Chemistry

Chemical engineering

Microbiology

Food technology

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

At Diversey, the focus is on people - whether as employees or customers. We pride ourselves on being a diverse and global company that nurtures individual talent while strengthening team spirit. As one of only two global players in our market, we operate in over 80 countries with 8900 employees and serve around 85,000 customers. Diversey combines chemicals, machines and sustainability programs in an efficient overall concept based on the conviction that cleaning and hygiene are essential for a healthy life. We are leaders in our industry and support our partners in a variety of sectors with customized and innovative hygiene and cleaning solutions in the following industries: Hotel and catering, the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries, retail, healthcare or commercial cleaning. We are part of Solenis.

We are hiring Students for practical phases of a bachelor's or master's thesis or internship (f/m/d) at our location in Mannheim/Germany in the department of R&D Food & Beverage The R & D department of our Food & Beverage division deals with issues relating to hygiene, cleaning and disinfection in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic Industry. We develop new products and concepts that help our customers to safely and efficiently manufacture their products. The Mannheim site offers modernly equipped laboratories and a team of chemists, chemical engineers and laboratory technicians. As part of our research and development projects we offer interested students to work on defined topics and questions. You will be involved in the development of new Diversey products and concepts and can gain valuable insight into the processes of an international company. During your work you are properly supervised and instructed. We are constantly looking for motivated and interested students having good scientific background, preferably with educational emphasis in chemistry, chemical engineering, microbiology or food technology, who are interested in working and cooperating with us. Please note that we can only offer this job if your practical phase or internship is a mandatory requirement according to your study/course regulations.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation; comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance and a 401(k) plan; and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or in the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents.

Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.