Internship | Development of Tooling Concepts for Rapid Preforming Technologies

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Job description

In order to support our composites engineering team, Airbus Operations is looking for an

Intern (d/f/m) Development of Tooling Concepts

Are you looking for an internship and want to get to know automated fibre placement technologies? Then apply now! We look forward to you supporting us in our innovation field industrial automation as an intern (d/f/m) for Development of Tooling Concepts for Rapid Preforming Technologies!

• Location: _Stade_

• Start: _01.01.2027 or later_

• Duration: _3 months_

For CTC GmbH in Stade, we are looking for students for practical assignments
(internships). The CTC GmbH is a wholly owned subsidiary of Airbus Operations GmbH. CTC is Germany's leading centre for research and development in the field of design and production of large and complex CFRP components; with an international reputation as an expert for process development, series readiness and production optimisation. The focus of the CTC's work is the development of series technologies for the production and assembly of CFRP components in aircraft construction.
In the CTC, you can contribute to various projects in your area of focus and have a great deal of creative freedom.

Your location

You will be working at our research and development facilities in Stade. Next to the production site for civil and military aircraft components, CTC is located right between an industrial production environment, as well as a broad landscape of institutes within the CFK valley.

Your benefits

• Work-life balance with a 35-hour week (flexitime).

• A final thesis based on the internship is possible and desired.

• International environment with the opportunity to network globally

• Work with modern/diversified technologies

• Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Development and evaluation of innovative tooling concepts for the rapid preforming of carbon fibres

• Testing & Trial Execution: Preparation, conducting, evaluating, and summarizing initial experimental trials and thermal performance to determine suitable tooling solutions

• Tooling Design & Prototyping: Planning and design of a prototype tool, as well as active hands-on support during its physical construction

• Support in general production process development and ad-hoc tasks within the 'Wing of Tomorrow' project

• Regular professional exchange with colleagues in workshops and tech sessions

• Insight and adaptation of currently used technologies for fibre composite development in aerospace

Desired skills and qualifications

• Enrolled full-time (d/f/m) student in the area of mechanical/ lightweight/ composites/ aerospace engineering, materials science, mechatronics, or an equivalent field of study.

• First practical experience in the field of fibre composite technology (CFRP) and manufacturing processes

• First experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., CATIA) and/or simulation tools is highly advantageous.

• First experiences or foundational knowledge in electrical engineering, preferably with exposure to induction heating technologies, electromagnetism, or thermodynamics

• Hands-on mentality with a strong interest in practical laboratory work, testing, and prototype building

• Ability to work independently and on your own responsibility

• High intrinsic motivation, teamwork, and communication skills

• Fluent in English, German is desirable

Please upload the following documents: cover letter, CV, relevant transcripts, enrollment certificate.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth

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Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.