Airbus Defence and Space is looking for an Intern (d/m/f) in its Cleanliness and Contamination Control department at the Immenstaad am Bodensee site in Germany. The six-month internship starts in April 2027 and covers contamination monitoring tools, laboratory automation and space mission support. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the listing and set out the tasks, requirements and how to apply.
Internship Details
📍 Location: Immenstaad am Bodensee, Germany.
🗓️ Start: April 2027.
⏳ Duration: 6 months.
🏢 Department: Cleanliness and Contamination Control.
🏭 Company: Airbus Defence and Space GmbH.
🎓 Level: Student.
The Location
At the Airbus site in Immenstaad on Lake Constance, you work where the future of Connected Intelligence, Space and Air Power takes shape. The site thrives on dialogue: on campus you connect with a network of experts in satellite technology, military aviation, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and tomorrow's Combat Cloud and Ground Support. Collaboration happens in agile teams that tackle complex challenges, from AI-powered Earth observation to secure cloud architectures.
Tool Improvement and Monitoring
🧴 Apply and optimise innovative C&CC monitoring tools and procedures for tracking particle and molecular contamination across active space programmes.
Digitalisation of Lab Notes
💻 Follow up on and expand the automation of laboratory notes, reporting templates and data aggregation routines, using Python, MATLAB or Excel VBA.
Analytical Support
🔬 Assist in sample verification and contamination qualification using FTIR spectroscopy, optical microscopy and SEM/EDX.
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Methodology Development
🧪 Support the evaluation of new contamination measurement methods to improve cleanliness verification workflows.
Space Mission Support
🛰️ Prepare, sample and process contamination data to ensure space hardware meets strict cleanliness requirements for unmanned missions.
Who Airbus Is Looking For
🎓 Currently enrolled in a university programme (Bachelor's or Master's) majoring in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or a related engineering field.
⚗️ A solid understanding of particle contamination, size distribution, surface interaction mechanisms, molecular contamination and detection techniques, as well as laboratory programming and automation.
📊 Experience with FTIR spectroscopy, optical microscopy and SEM/EDX is required. Familiarity with quantitative chemical analysis via FTIR is a strong advantage.
🐍 Experience with Python, MATLAB or VBA for data handling and process automation.
💪 Highly motivated, with strong problem-solving skills, an autonomous work ethic and a collaborative team mindset.
Benefits
💶 Attractive salary and work-life balance with a 35-hour week (flexitime).
📝 A final thesis is possible after consultation with the department.
🌐 International environment with the opportunity to network globally.
🧰 Work with modern and diversified technologies.
🤝 Opportunity to participate in the Generation Airbus Community to expand your own network.
The listing adds that if you are not a 100% match, Airbus supports your personal growth. Our guide on paid internships abroad explains how paid internships work for students and recent graduates.
How to Apply
Apply online through the Airbus careers page linked below and upload these documents: cover letter, CV, relevant transcripts and enrollment certificate. Find more roles like this in the internship section of Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Airbus internship based?
It is based at the Airbus site in Immenstaad am Bodensee on Lake Constance, Germany, within Airbus Defence and Space.
How long is the internship and when does it start?
It lasts 6 months and starts in April 2027. The working week is 35 hours with flexitime.
Who can apply?
Candidates currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science or a related engineering field. Experience with FTIR spectroscopy, optical microscopy and SEM/EDX is required.
Is the internship paid?
The listing names an attractive salary among the benefits but does not state an amount.
Can I write my thesis during the internship?
A final thesis is possible after consultation with the department.
Which programming skills are useful?
Python, MATLAB or Excel VBA are used for lab note automation, reporting templates and data aggregation, so experience with at least one of them helps.
Is there an application deadline?
No deadline is listed, so apply as soon as possible.
Deadline
⏳ As soon as possible!
