R&D Intern
We are looking for a Research & Development Intern for our Westbury, NY facility. In this role you will Support the R&D organization gaining hands-on experience in the field of thermal spray technology, materials manufacturing & testing. Key activities will include assisting engineers in the R&D test lab as well as Coating Solutions Center.
This role creates an opportunity to learn about this specialized field and contribute a global R&D team.
Your Responsibilities:
- Assist with test set-up and following established lab test protocols. Inclusive of sample preparation, testing monitoring and progress updates
- Perform all duties associated with booth set-up and substrate preparation for coating deposition trials
- Support with tooling and masking set-ups; providing input to design as necessary
- Additional support in the R&D powder manufacturing lab as-necessary
- Execute work packages under guidance of R&D engineer to ensure customer specifications are met.
- Ensure all process documentation has been recorded with a concise summary of the work task efforts.
- Interface with Project Engineers as well as Materials R&D Scientists to review scope of project plans
Your Profile:
- Currently enrolled in a relevant technical degree such as materials science, mechanical engineering.
- Interest in surface engineering, coatings and relevant testing techniques with a basic understanding of material properties.
- Possess the ability to adhere to OM safety practices and procedures.
- Possess the ability to follow direction and guidance from R&D engineers ; inclusive of operation of thermal spray equipment.
- Possess excellent written and verbal communications skills with attention to detail.
- Must be proficient in using business and communications software (preferably Word, Excel, PowerPoint, common Windows operating systems, and Outlook)
Why Oerlikon:
Innovation and innovators thrive at Oerlikon, a leader in engineering solutions that enhance the performance of our products and services. We are diverse in our perspectives but united in our purpose: to develop technologies that reduce resource and energy consumption and help build a healthier, more sustainable and better protected world.
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Are you curious? Then release your passion to succeed and APPLY to discover how you can help us build a better world and realize how you can make a personal difference by joining our global team! Our commitment is your success!
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Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon’s terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
About us
Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.
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Agencies
Oerlikon only accepts agency resumes for positions that have been explicitly approved by HR for third-party support. We work exclusively with our approved vendors who have agreed to Oerlikon’s terms and conditions and have an executed contract in place. Any resumes or profiles submitted to Oerlikon employees for roles not approved and requested by HR will be considered unsolicited, and Oerlikon will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
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