Internship or Thesis – Research & Development (m/f/d)

Procter & Gamble; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 26.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Buddy program

Campus services (fitness center, cante

Opportunity to work abroad

Zusammenfassung

Procter & Gamble in Kronberg invites motivated bachelor’s or master’s students for internships at our German Innovation Center. You’ll work on electronics/mechanical design, rapid prototyping, packaging with eco-friendly footprints, and material studies across multiple disciplines, while collaborating with international teams.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in QA analytics, digital manufacturing, and project leadership, with a start-date flexibility and potential for a full-time offer after

Qualifikationen

• Highly motivated and curious bachelor’s or master’s student who has completed at least the first two semesters.
• Enrolled for the full internship period at a European university in related engineering or science fields.
• Available for 3–12 months (thesis option 6 months) with a track record of excellence.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and initiative-taking abilities in technical challenges.
• Communicates proficiently in English (written and spoken).

Aufgaben

• Design innovative mechanical/electronic concepts for smart prototypes.
• Accelerate rapid prototyping using additive manufacturing technologies.
• Develop packaging concepts with minimal environmental footprint.
• Lead feasibility studies for new raw materials in collaboration with teams.
• Synthesize and characterize polymers for hygiene products.
• Formulate hair care products and test fragrance options.
• Statistical analysis of datasets for consumer insights.
• Develop demos to communicate product benefits to consumers.
• Develop test methods and validate product/material performance.
• Model fluids/materials and simulate to predict performance.
• Support digitalization of manufacturing and supply chain processes and gamification concepts.

Kenntnisse

English proficiency

Analytical skills

Leadership potential

Teamwork

Ausbildung

Bachelor/Master student

Jobbeschreibung

Job Location Kronberg

Job Description Are you eager to lead exciting projects and have a meaningful impact? Dive into the magic behind our brands and take part in future innovations! If you're passionate about learning, eager to develop your skills, and driven to contribute to groundbreaking innovations, this internship is for you. Join us and you could soon leave your mark in areas like natural sciences, materials, automation, sustainability, analytics through your project. We offer both mandatory and voluntary internships as well as Bachelor and Master thesis opportunities at our German Innovation Center. We are closely connected as one European R&D community, and you can discover similar internship options at our other European Technical Innovation Centers.

YOUR ROLE

• Electrical or Mechanical or Packaging Engineering Design of innovative mechanical & electronic concepts for smart physical prototypes
• Drive for rapid prototyping through additive manufacturing technologies
• Development of appealing packaging concepts with the best possible environmental footprint
• Chemical or Physical Science Lead a feasibility study for the development of a new raw material
• Synthesis and characterization of super absorbing polymers for hygiene products
• Formulation of hair care products and tests for various fragrance options
• Natural-/Life Sciences/QA Statistical analysis and interpretation of datasets to gain new consumer insights
• Demo development to communicate benefit of new product to consumer
• Test method development and validation to measure product or material performance
• Computational engineering or Modelling and Simulation Simulation and modeling of complex fluids and materials to predict product or process performance
• Digitalization of manufacturing and supply chain processes Development of coaching algorithms and gamification concepts for personalized consumer experience

Job Qualifications

• You are a highly motivated and curious bachelor’s or master’s student and have already completed at least the first two semesters of your bachelor’s
• You are enrolled for the full period of your internship and study at a European university with one of the following subjects:
  • Engineering: Mechanical-, Electrical-, Chemical-, Industrial-, Precision-Engineering, Mechatronic, Packaging, Computational, Mathematical or equivalent
  • Physical Sciences: Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Physics, Materials Technology and Science and Mathematical Modeling & Simulation
  • Natural-/Life Sciences such as Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bio Physics, Statistics, or similar.
• You are available for min. 3 and up to 12 months for an internship with a possible start every 1st of the month, for a thesis you should plan with 6 months duration
• You have a track record of academic excellence and solid technical skills
• You work effectively with diverse groups of people by embracing creativity, innovation, curiosity and initiative.
• You demonstrate outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, a drive for leadership, and a strong passion for technical challenges
• You can communicate proficiently in English (written and spoken)

WHAT WE OFFER

Exciting work and responsibility from Day 1. A competitive internship salary (monthly starting salary 2,600€).

Wide range of social benefits: e.g., flexible work environment, regular intern social connects, a buddy program, campus services such as fitness center and canteen etc.

A customized personal development plan including relevant coaching, mentorship, training-on-the-job, and a large portfolio of individual upskilling opportunities.

The experience to be an integral part of our multi-functional teams of passionate and inspiring people with flat hierarchies to get to know the unique P&G culture.

The chance to receive a full-time employment offer to start after your studies with diverse career perspectives including new job assignments every 2-3 years to gain experience in different areas and the opportunity to work abroad.

Opportunity to engage in our various employee programs: WeBelong Team & New Hire Network activities, GABLE Network & other affinity groups, Inspirational Leadership Events, Sports groups for running & football etc.

Collaborate & manage multi-functional teams with international spirit, work with colleagues across regions and all levels.

The option to combine your internship with your Bachelor / Master Thesis.

Job Schedule

Full time

Job Number R000139944

Job Segmentation Internships Starting Pay / Salary Range 2,600.00 / month P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.

Equal Opportunity

At P&G #weseeequal We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. At P&G, we strive to build a culture where everyone feels welcome, included, and able to bring their full selves to work. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process.