R&D Metals Researcher Internship

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products [such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions], iconic brands that consumers love [such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, Oliver Peoples, Vogue Eyewear and Costa], as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences [such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and the GrandVision network], and leading e-commerce platforms.

Join our global community of over 190,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.
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Your #FutureInSight with EssilorLuxottica

Are you willing to pioneer new frontiers, foster inclusivity and collaboration, embrace agility, ignite passion, and make a positive impact on the world? 

Join us in redefining the boundaries of what’s possible!

Your role 

The job activities will be carried out within the R&D Department. The researcher will be involved in the characterization of new alloys and composites, development of a materials database and feasibility studies on the decoration and finishing of alloys.

Main responsibilities:

• Feasibility studies on new alloys: quantitative characterization of mechanical properties, troubleshooting processing challenges, integration with production workflows
• Material database development: supporting the database framework development, gathering and compiling data, development of reporting tools
• Supporting feasibility studies on the development of new finishing strategies for alloys
• Delivery of project milestones to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure technical consistency for new products proposals

Main Requirements:

• Educational Background in Materials Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
•  0-1 years of work experience.
• Basic know-how of metallurgy and characterization techniques for metallic materials (optical microscopy, micro-indenter, universal testing machine)
• Previous experience in the development of automation on industrial machines is considered as a plus
• Strong problem solving skills
• Solid experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Comfortable to work within an industrial/manufacturing environment
• Languages: Italian and English

What’s in it for you

In EssilorLuxottica, you are not defined just by your job title. Each career adventure is unique, but have a glimpse of the benefits and perks you can have by choosing us. 

  
1.   A fast paced environment, where you will start giving your mark from day 0 
2.    Access to our company's canteen
3.   Access to Leonardo, our learing platform

Recruiting process

Our recruitment process may vary; If you are selected, you will be contacted by our recruiters to guide you through the specific steps for your application

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities to all, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes us unique.