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Internship in Computational Chemistry 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

CompanyHitachi
LocationSwitzerland
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 22, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Contribute to the development of novel insulating materials for high-voltage power grid applications through research and material analysis. Support simulations of gas insulation systems using computational chemistry packages and document findings on microstructure and material characteristics.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
36659
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
About the Role

Location:

Baden-Daettwil, Aargau, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0127376

Date Posted:

2026-04-28

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Administration & Facilities

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

The design of high voltage (HV) devices, such as gas circuit breakers (CB) and gas insulated switchgear (GIS), requires – among others –simulations and experiments for verification of insulation and switching performance. Additionally, the research activities in the area of gas circuit breakers are enhanced by various computer-aided-engineering tools. We are looking for an intern student with expertise in computational chemistry to contribute to the development of novel insulating materials for high-voltage power grid applications. The superior goal is the achievement of high-end quality of the product. The duration of the internship is 6 to 12 months. 

 

How you'll make an impact 

  • Contribute to technology development and research activities focusing on material analysis and characterization 

  • Support simulations of gas insulation systems using state of the art computational chemistry packages 

  • Study the relationship between microstructure and material characteristics and document findings and present test results to the team 

 

Your background

  • B.Sc. degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Physics or similar discipline with focus on computer-aided methods 

  • Programming skills and experience in computational chemistry is an advantage 

  • Fluency in written and spoken English 

  • Team player and well organized 

  • Creative and able to work autonomously 

  • Laboratory and experimental experience is a plus 

More about us

We are a technology‑driven company with a strong focus on innovation, continuous improvement, and sustainable manufacturing. We offer flexible working conditions, dedicated mentorship, and a supportive, inclusive environment where you can grow personally and professionally – empowering you to thrive while balancing life and work.

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Key Skills
Computational ChemistryMaterial AnalysisMaterial CharacterizationProgrammingGas Insulation SystemsMicrostructure AnalysisEnglish FluencyAutonomous Work
Categories
Science & ResearchEngineeringEnergyManufacturingTechnology
Benefits
Flexible Working ConditionsDedicated MentorshipSupportive Inclusive Environment