Mechanical Research & Development Intern

We love our company - and our environment. Every day, we work on the latest technologies to enhance people's lives.

Bosch Security Systems B.V. is a global supplier of products and systems for security and communication. We are active in on-site Communication and Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), public address systems, conference systems, social alarms, and burglary and fire alarms. Discover more at https://www.boschsecurity.com/xc/en/

Bosch Security and Safety Systems is part of the Bosch division of Building Technologies, a leading global supplier of security, safety, and communications products and systems. In countries around the world Bosch offers solutions and services for building security, energy efficiency and building automation. More than 13,000 associates generated sales of roughly 1.7 billion euros. Protecting lives, buildings and assets is the major aim. The product portfolio includes video surveillance, intrusion detection, fire detection and voice evacuation systems and access control and management systems. Professional audio and conference systems for communication of voice, sound and music complete the range. Bosch Building Technologies develops and manufactures its own plants in Europe, the Americas and Asia.

The Role

🚀 The Conference department from Bosch Security and Safety Systems is looking for an enthusiastic intern!

As a Mechanical Research & Development Intern, you will be responsible for researching the latest sustainability trends, collecting key insights, and exploring innovative ways to incorporate sustainable practices into Bosch’s conference devices. Your work will help drive eco-friendly advancements in product development and align with Bosch’s commitment to sustainability.

🛠️ Your Tasks

• Conduct a comprehensive literature review and benchmark current sustainability trends to inform design improvements.

• Assess Bosch conference devices, focusing on recyclability, energy consumption, and material usage to identify areas for sustainability enhancements.

• Evaluate industry sustainability standards and regulations, ensuring Bosch products align with environmental best practices.

• Collaborate with internal teams and external experts to gather insights on sustainable materials, energy-efficient design, and eco-friendly manufacturing techniques.

• Develop and present actionable sustainability recommendations, strategies, and a roadmap for integrating eco-friendly practices into product design and end-of-life management.

🎓 What You Bring:

• You are currently a final year Mechanical Engineering student;
• You have knowledge in sustainable materials and lifecycle assessments;
• You have the research mindset and proactive;
• You are proficient in English verbal and written;
• You are available for the minimum internship period of 6 months, preferably longer;
• You can work at our office in Eindhoven;
• You are based in the Netherlands, preferably in Eindhoven.

🌟 What distinguishes you:

• You have strong research, analytical, and communication skills;
• Strong motivation;
• Creative mind and a good organizer;
• Team player and able to work independently;
• Proactive and not afraid to take charge;
• Open attitude, suitable for an internationally oriented environment;
• You are interested in and/or have an affinity with technical products.

Additional Information

💼 What We Offer:

• Internship allowance;
• Holidays;
• Travel allowance.

📝 Application process:

• Interested? Hit the apply button!
• Phone meeting with a Bosch campus recruiter;
• Interview via Microsoft Teams with team members;
• Contract offers from Bosch.

🌱 Join us at Bosch!

We are open to new initiatives and ideas that you bring with you. In addition, there are plenty of opportunities (but of course we are happy to think along with you). In general, this is an internship with many possibilities and a collaboration with the best colleagues!