Internship: Pilot Plant Innovation

• Currently enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides).

• Competence in working with statistical software like Minitab or SPSS (preferred).

We believe in nurturing talent and providing a platform where your ideas matter. When you join us, you can look forward to:

• Competitive Compensation: A monthly allowance of €550 (based on full-time hours).
• Travel Coverage: Commuting allowance (if applicable).
• Professional Growth: Access to specific training programs designed to sharpen your skills throughout your internship.
• Global Culture: A collaborative, international environment where you are given real responsibility and the space to explore your potential.
• Language: We only consider applications submitted in English.
• Enrollment: You must be currently enrolled at a Dutch university for the entire duration of your internship.
• Direct Applicants Only: We do not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes. Please apply directly using your personal email address.

The salary for this position is 550 euros per month.

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic intern to join our small and dynamic team at the pilot plant. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the scale-up of innovative technologies within a leading global company. You will be directly involved in projects focused on enhancing our production processes through improved inline viscosity measurement and the optimization of inline mixing of thickening agents. This internship is scheduled to start on 01.03.2027 for a duration of minimum 6 months. The role requires a minimum commitment of 5 days per week. This role is fully on-site and the location is our Pilot Plant in Leiden, with regular workdays at our European Headquarters in Oegstgeest.

• Execute trials on pilot-scale equipment to identify technical constraints and optimize the performance of multilayer coating setups.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data using statistical methodologies.
• Support new product development by aligning process capabilities with product functionality and performance requirements.
• Establish methods for evaluating layer thickness and homogeneity.
• Perform analytical testing techniques, such as confocal Raman spectroscopy or SEM (preferred).

• Strong interest in process technology, fluid mechanics, and measurement techniques.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills to connect with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.