Internship R&D Processing Hair Care Innovation

Henkel; Düsseldorf; Hybrid; EUR 12,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid work model

Global wellbeing standards

Attractive remuneration

Global experience

Interns Community

Job summary

Henkel in Düsseldorf is offering an internship for motivated Master students in chemical, food, pharmaceutical, mechanical engineering or related fields. You will support innovation projects from concept to prototype, assist in lab and pilot plant trials, and help evaluate new products and processing technologies.

The role is hybrid with flexible hours, and provides exposure to global teams. English is required; German is a bonus.

Qualifications

• Master student preferable with focus on chemical, food, pharmaceutical or mechanical engineering, or technical chemistry, or material science.
• Interest in formulation technology and to work in lab and pilot plant environment.
• English language skills are a must, German language skills are a bonus.
• Advanced Know-How in MS-Office.
• Structured way of working and excellent communication skills.
• A self-motivated person striving for excellence in a challenging environment with analytical thinking and global mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support innovation projects from concept to prototype.
• Assist in planning, preparing and conducting laboratory and pilot plant trials.
• Support the development and evaluation of new products and processing technologies.
• Analyze and document experimental results and prepare technical reports.
• Conduct technology scouting and benchmark studies on emerging manufacturing technologies.
• Prepare presentations and communications for internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with formulation, process engineering, pilot plant and project teams on global innovation initiatives.

Education

Master student preferable with focus on chemical, food, pharmaceutical or mechanical engineering, or technical chemistry, or material science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About this Position

What you´ll do

• Support innovation projects from concept to prototype
• Assist in planning, preparing and conducting laboratory and pilot plant trials
• Support the development and evaluation of new products and processing technologies
• Analyze and document experimental results and prepare technical reports
• Conduct technology scouting and benchmark studies on emerging manufacturing technologies
• Prepare presentations and communications for internal stakeholders
• Work closely with formulation, process engineering, pilot plant and project teams on global innovation initiatives

What makes you a good fit

• Master student preferable with focus on chemical, food, pharmaceutical or mechanical engineering, or technical chemistry, or material science
• Interest in formulation technology and to work in lab and pilot plant environment
• English language skills are a must, German language skills are a bonus
• Advanced Know-How in MS-Office
• Structured way of working and excellent communication skills
• A self-motivated person striving for excellence in a challenging environment with analytical thinking and global mindset
• Availability as of April 2027 for 6 months

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Attractive Remuneration
• Global Experience
• Interns Community

We offer you an attractive salary between € 1050-2270. The exact amount of the remuneration depends on the desired duration, the type of internship (voluntary or mandatory) and existing degrees.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.

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