About the role
Looking to put your chemistry background and analytical mindset into practice on real-world commercial projects? We are currently seeking a curious and collaborative Technical Marketing Intern to help turn complex scientific data into market-driven product insights. This role focuses strictly on data interpretation, literature research, and commercial strategy, so no hands-on bench testing is required!
This role bridges technical evaluation and commercial application to support real-world product development and innovation projects. As a Technical Marketing Intern, you will conduct desk research, review scientific literature, analyze lab data, and support technical documentation and product testing activities. In this position, you will help connect chemical product properties with application performance characteristics to serve customer needs. This internship is scheduled to start on the 1st of October for a duration of 6 months. The role requires a minimum commitment of 2 days per week on-site at our European Headquarters in Oegstgeest with the flexibility to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct desk research and review scientific literature to support innovation and product development projects.
- Analyze laboratory data, interpret findings, and assist in creating comprehensive technical documentation.
- Familiarize yourself with laboratory workflows and submit lab requests to support testing pipelines.
- Assist in product testing and Voice of Customer activities to help translate chemical properties into key performance characteristics.
- Collaborate occasionally with R&D and commercial stakeholders on puzzle-solving and real-world product development initiatives.
Required:
- Currently pursuing or completing a Master's or Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Material Science, or Chemical Product Design.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
Skills you need to succeed:
- Ability to conduct structured desk research and summarize complex scientific literature clearly.
- Commercial mindset with an interest in practical product development and testing applications.
- Effective communication and collaborative personality to work productively across technical and non-technical teams.
What We Offer
We believe in nurturing talent and providing a platform where your ideas matter. When you join us, you can look forward to:
- Competitive Compensation: A monthly allowance of €550 (based on full-time hours).
- Travel Coverage: Commuting allowance (if applicable).
- Professional Growth: Access to specific training programs designed to sharpen your skills throughout your internship.
- Global Culture: A collaborative, international environment where you are given real responsibility and the space to explore your potential.
Important Application Details
- Language: We only consider applications submitted in English.
- Enrollment: You must be currently enrolled at a Dutch university for the entire duration of your internship.
- Direct Applicants Only: We do not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes. Please apply directly using your personal email address.
Why join Avery Dennison
We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com. At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in the FMCG, apparel, automotive, and pharma industries. Our European Headquarters in the Netherlands, founded in 1955 and since 2014 located in the Leiden Bioscience Park, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports all Avery Dennison businesses and employs approximately 500 talented individuals. The location serves as the central hub for European Leadership and other functions that support the wider European manufacturing and distribution network. The location features a state-of-art Research and Development Center.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation via [email protected]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.
Pay Transparency Statement
The salary for this position is 550 euros per month.
The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing or completing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Material Science, or Chemical Product Design.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
- Ability to conduct structured desk research and summarize complex scientific literature clearly.
- Commercial mindset with interest in practical product development and testing applications.
- Effective communication and collaborative personality to work across technical and non-technical teams.
- Must be currently enrolled at a Dutch university for the entire duration of the internship.
- Minimum commitment of 2 days per week on-site at the European Headquarters in Oegstgeest (up to 3 days remote allowed).
- Applications must be submitted in English.
Avery Dennison Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Pay and benefits are frequently characterized as decent or good, supported by multiple medical plan options alongside dental, vision, and mental health coverage. Company-paid basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage add to the perceived strength of core protection benefits.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is strengthened by an automatic employer contribution plus an additional employer match tied to employee contributions. The availability of an employee stock purchase plan further broadens long-term savings options beyond the 401(k).
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related support is reinforced through parental leave and dedicated adoption and fertility assistance with a stated benefit amount. Domestic partner eligibility and LGBTQIA+ healthcare support features expand coverage for different family structures.
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What We Do
Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 30,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2020 were $7.0 billion.






