About PPG: At PPG, we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings, and materials that our customers have trusted for nearly 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $17.7 billion in 2022. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets.
Position Overview: We are currently offering student internship for one year in our modernly equipped Packaging Coatings Development Centre in Bodelshausen (near Tübingen). The program starts in September 2025 and provides selected students with the opportunity to build professional skills and personal growth in an industrial work environment. You will gain valuable insights into the practice of developing coatings for the metal packaging industry.
Topics for Your Internship Year:
Development of non-BPA Coatings for Personal Care Packaging
Development of non-BPA Coatings for Beverage Cans
The final topic and exact content may be adapted according to the business needs of the company.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (minimum 5 semesters) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field, preferably in formulation.
Good spoken and written English skills are required. German language skills are beneficial for daily life and work environment.
Strong analytical skills.
Structured and organized work approach.
Excellent documentation skills in lab book.
Enjoy experimental work and carrying out experiments.
Solution-oriented and enjoy new challenges.
What We Offer:
A varied job in a motivated and cooperative team.
Close supervision by colleagues and superiors, with many opportunities for scientific discussions and exchange.
Opportunities to establish numerous valuable contacts for the future through networking.
Comprehensive insight into our working world.
Fair remuneration during your assignment.
About Us: PPG (Pittsburgh Plate Glass) was founded in 1883 in Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania) and is today one of the leading specialists in the development and manufacture of coatings, glass, and chemical products. Worldwide, the PPG Group employs more than 47,000 people at over 100 locations in 60 countries. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com
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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. We are One PPG: www.ppg.com
You want to make a difference? We do as well! Come on board and apply to us, providing us with your earliest possible start date on www.global.careers.ppg.com.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
\n \n Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.
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\n PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
\n \n Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.
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\n The PPG Way
\n Every single day at PPG:
\n We partner with customers to create mutual value.
\n We are “One PPG” to the world.
\n We trust our people every day, in every way.
\n We make it happen.
\n We run it like we own it.
\n We do better today than yesterday – everyday.
\n \n PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.
\n \n PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
\n \n Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.