Internship in Dielectric withstand of gas insulated switchgear 80 - 100% (f/m/d)
2 months ago• Zurich, Switzerland
The opportunity
Join our innovative team and contribute to the future of energy technology. You will support the development of SF6-free high-voltage circuit breakers and help improve our dielectric evaluation tools. This internship offers hands-on experience with simulations, data analysis, and testing in a collaborative environment. You will learn from experts, grow your technical skills, and make a real impact. Are you ready to make a difference?
How you'll make an impact
- Use the internally developed dielectric evaluation tools and contribute to their maintenance and evolution
- Data post-processing, analysis and evaluation of internally performed breakdown measurements, and test results; update of breakdown data base
- Collaborate in high voltage circuit breaker development project teams related to dielectric design; support the design process with breaker E-field simulations, basic tests, or optimizations.
- Literature search on recent work regarding breakdown/flashover in technically relevant conditions, also including gases alternative to SF6, data extraction (includes field simulations, e.g., Comsol)
Your background
- Student (preferably Master-level) in Physics, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
- Above average proficiency and interest in programming (e.g., Python and/or Matlab, Excel)
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Knowledge in High-Voltage Engineering and/or experience with electromagnetic simulations, experience with CAD software (e.g. Creo) are a plus
- Ability to work in a team, as well as willingness to handle responsibilities independently
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Client-provided location(s): Zurich, Switzerland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-154939
Employment Type: INTERN
Posted: 2025-09-15T23:35:06
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Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
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- Remote Work Opportunities
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- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
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- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
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- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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