International Traineeship Program - A&I - Technical Department

12-month rotational traineeship in the Technical Department at SIKA, starting in Widen, Switzerland, with a subsequent assignment in Bad Urach, Germany. The role focuses on technical support, product development, and market engineering within the Automotive & Industry Business Unit.

This traineeship is part of the Business Unit Automotive & Industry, specifically within the Technical Services and Market Field Engineering Team. The program is structured to offer practical experience across various functions, help build a professional network, and prepare the trainee for an international role. It begins with a 12-month period in Widen, Switzerland, followed by a relocation to Bad Urach, Germany.

Responsibilities

• Provide independent technical guidance and support to major clients, engineering firms, and consultants.
• Analyze customer and market requirements to drive new product developments based on PCP.
• Create innovative solutions for both new and existing applications.
• Collaborate closely with sales, marketing, and other departments to roll out new products and solutions.
• Manage technical responsibility for a designated product portfolio, including maintenance tasks.
• Identify market niches, competitive gaps, and new opportunities.
• Assist local sales teams and global key accounts in resolving complaints and claims.
• Organize and support training sessions for customers and internal sales teams.
• Develop technical arguments to support sales and marketing efforts.

Requirements

• Hold a recently completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in materials, mechanical, civil, or industrial engineering, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Demonstrate strong English communication skills.
• Possess strong German language proficiency.
• Show a high level of initiative and the ability to work independently.

What the company offers

• Participate in a 12-month rotational program that starts in Switzerland and transitions to Germany.
• Receive a competitive salary that aligns with local market benchmarks.
• Benefit from the company's commitment to fair and equitable pay practices.

About the company

Employees at SIKA often describe the working environment as friendly, personable, and surprisingly straightforward, a culture they refer to as the 'Sika Spirit'. The company actively encourages women to apply for its positions.

• The workplace is characterized by friendly and uncomplicated working relationships, known as the 'Sika Spirit'.
• The company promotes diversity and actively encourages women to apply.