INTERNSHIP DETAILS

R&D Internship

CompanyAkzoNobel
LocationSassenheim
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 15, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will work on specific research projects focused on developing new technologies and/or products, primarily in the field of wood or metal coatings. This involves designing, executing, and presenting individual projects while performing formulation and testing in the lab.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
31318
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
About the Role

Within our Global R&D Department in Sassenheim (Netherlands) we are looking for:
R&D Interns

Our R&D teams focus on developing new technologies to grow and innovate our coating businesses throughout the world. We support well respected brands like Dulux, Sikkens, Hammerite, Cuprinol, and Xyladecor. 
We develop technologies for Decorative and Industrial products, mainly applied on wood or metal substrates, with applications ranging from exterior and interior wood protection (cladding, doors and window frames, garden fences, interior furniture and floors) to corrosion protection in the automotive and aerospace industries. 
Our internships offer a wide variety of research topics, including polymer chemistry, physical chemistry, material science, formulation and rheology.
The placement can last from 6 to 12 months, and starting dates and topics will be defined individually, depending on the team where the internship takes place and available projects

 

What could the job involve?

•    Work on specific research projects for new technologies and/or products in the field of wood or metal coatings
•    Have the opportunity to design, execute and present your own project
•    Work in the lab on formulation and testing of coating products
•    Develop scientific insights to understand coating and substrate properties
•    Work within an international project organization in multi-disciplinary teams

What do we offer?

•    A hands-on learning experience in the field of paint and coatings
•    An international working environment which is globally oriented
•    An experience in one of the leading R&D laboratory in coatings
•    The possibility to write your Bachelor/Master thesis based on your research
•    An internship allowance of up to 700 €/month, depending on education level
•    An accommodation allowance, depending on individual situations

What are our requirements?

•    On-going study to get a Bachelor / Master degree in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Polymer Chemistry / Material science / Formulation
•    Good knowledge of the English language
•    Curiosity to learn all about our coatings and ways of protecting wood/metal
•    Affinity for research work on new technologies
•    Interest in lab work, paint formulations and other aspects of coatings
•    Good communication skills
•    Ability to work as a team player in the laboratory

Key Skills
Polymer ChemistryPhysical ChemistryMaterial ScienceFormulationRheologyResearchLab WorkTestingScientific InsightCommunication SkillsTeam PlayerEnglish Language
Categories
Science & ResearchEngineeringManufacturing
Benefits
Internship AllowanceAccommodation AllowancePossibility to write your Bachelor/Master thesis