Job title: Operations Intern Work location: Kaiseraugst Internship period: 6 months from September 2026 The Science & Research Operations Team at the Kaiseraugst site supports research laboratories through a mix of hands-on operational work, coordination of services and commercially driven process management. We work closely with Research, SHE, Quality, Procurement, Finance, IT and external service providers and are involved in both day-to-day execution and continuous improvement initiatives. As an Operations Intern, you will actively contribute on-site while also working with data, processes and digital tools. Key Responsibilities: This internship combines practical operational work with analytical and commercial tasks: Hands-On Laboratory & Site Operations * Support day-to-day laboratory and site operations directly on campus * Assist with coordination of services, e.g. maintenance, calibration, vendors and logistics * Hands-on support of asset tracking, documentation and operational records * Interface with lab users and service providers to ensure smooth execution Services, Commercial & Process Support * Support service and cost overviews, tracking of services, contracts and budgets * Assist in preparing commercial summaries and operational KPIs * Support Procurement- and Finance-related operational topics (e.g. service transparency, cost allocation) Digital & Continuous Improvement * Work with digital tools such as SharePoint lists, Forms, trackers and databases * Contribute to process documentation, harmonization and optimization * Support reporting and preparation of management-ready dashboards and presentations This role offers a realistic and hands-on insight into how laboratory operations are managed from both an operational and commercial perspective. You bring: * You are currently enrolled in or have recently completed (within the last 12 months) a Bachelor-s or Master-s degree, ideally with a commercial or operations-oriented background, such as: * Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering * Business Informatics, Digital Management * Life Sciences with strong interest in operations, services and cost structures * You enjoy hands-on work and are comfortable being present on site and in lab environments * At the same time, you are interested in processes, data, costs and digital tools * You work in a structured, reliable and pragmatic way * You are confident with Excel and PowerPoint; experience with SharePoint or databases is a plus * You communicate clearly and enjoy working with different stakeholders * You are fluent in English; German is a pre-requisite About dsm-firmenich At dsm-firmenich, we don-t just meet expectations - we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it-s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that-s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you-re making a difference, we-ll make sure you-re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They-re essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together. Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that-s exactly the kind of culture we-re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We-re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we-re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we-re committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we-re here to help - just let us know what you need, and we-ll do everything we can to make it work. Agency statement We-re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you-re applying as an individual, we-d love to hear from you. We-re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.