VAT Vakuumventile
Our Team In Haag, Switzerland Is Looking For You
Automation Program Internship
This internship offers a unique opportunity to participate in shaping the foundation of VAT's automation vision from inside the COO's Office — working at the intersection of automation engineering, strategy, Finance, and local factory execution.
WHAT YOU`LL DO
As our Automation Program Intern, you'll play a role in building, structuring, and accelerating our global automation program during its early stages — blending strategic program work with real engineering involvement.
Technical & Engineering Engagement (Switzerland, Malaysia, and Romania)
* Scout new automation technologies and partners (AMRs, cobots, vision systems, etc.)
* Contribute to prioritizing automation use cases through data analysis and site input
* Participate in commissioning, testing, and rollout of early-stage automation pilots (e.g., Automated Mobile Robots)
* Support technical evaluation of vendors and platforms, including documentation and comparison
* Assist in validating use case feasibility with across sites
P
rogram Structuring & Execution Support
* Help define and refine automation governance models, decision flows, and policies
* Build templates and toolkits to support automation pilots and investment requests
* Track global progress and prepare automation dashboards and initiative trackers
Communication & Engagement
* Prepare visual content for intranet posts, VATsUp video updates, newsletters, etc…
* Design presentations and visuals for board briefings and executive leadership
* Support organization of global automation events
WHAT YOU`LL GAIN
* Exposure to a real-world industrial automation program on a global scale
* Hands-on experience in technology scouting, feasibility analysis, and commissioning
* Mentorship access from experts in automation, operations excellence, and digitalization
* A portfolio of tangible deliverables and technical achievements to jump start your career
* Opportunities to sharpen your business communication skills via presentations to senior stakeholders
* Duration: 6 months
* Paid internship, including access to state-of-the art Innovation Center & cafeteria, employee events, and global VAT networking
WHAT WE`RE LOOKING FOR
* Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Automation Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
* Passion for automation, smart factories, and real-world manufacturing challenges
* Comfort with both technical tasks (commissioning, vendor reviews) and strategic thinking (pipeline prioritization, ROI estimation of automation use cases)
* Structured, proactive mindset with good problem-solving skills
* Strong communication and presentation skills (PowerPoint or equivalent)
* Fluent in English (German a plus); proficiency in MS Office