Internship in Eco-Design & Life Cycle Analysis (f/m/d)

The opportunityHitachi Energy Research, in close collaboration with all business areas, is developing foundations for the next generation of Power Grids products and services. Located in the proximity of Zurich, the research center employs approximately 65 scientists from all over the world with cross-disciplinary expertise. In the System Integration and Physics Group, we perform cutting-edge research and look at various aspects of making the power system stronger, smarter and greener. We focus on the challenges and opportunities in enhancing grid flexibility and facilitating renewable energy transition. In this context, we offer an internship position which provides the opportunity of working on real-world projects in an international team of research scientists. The duration is 6 months, with the possibility of further extension.How You'll Make An ImpactDevelop data exchange between an existing MATLAB optimization tool and an external LCA engineAnalyze the environmental metrics and trade-offs of power electronics components designDocument the workflow and support automation of repeated runsCollaborate with experts in a multi-disciplinary research teamPresent progress updates and results, and write technical reportsContribute to scientific publicationsYour backgroundCurrently pursuing an MSc degree in software engineering, data science, environmental engineering, materials science, chemistry, physics, electrical/mechanical engineering, or a similar subject – official enrolment is essentialProgramming experience (e.g. working with parametric data, automating workflows, integrating external tools)Knowledge of Life Cycle Assessment basics (ISO 14040/44) and interest in environmental sustainabilityExperience in Python and Python-based LCA modelling (e.g. Brightway, OpenLCA API) is a plusProficiency in English, both written and spokenEnthusiastic, motivated and curious team player with good organizational skillsMore About UsWe look forward to receiving your application, including a brief cover letter and a transcript of records, along with your CV (as one pdf file). Selected candidates will be required to demonstrate their background knowledge during the interview. Non-EU/EFTA citizens, please note that an official university certificate showing that an internship is a mandatory part of your studies is required for the work permit application.Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.