Operations Intern

Description du poste

**Job title:** Operations Intern **Work location:** Kaiseraugst **Internship period**: 6 months from September 2026  The **Science & Research Operations Team** at the **Kaiseraugst site** supports research laboratories through a mix of **hands-on operational work**, coordination of services and **commercially driven process management**. We work closely with **Research, SHE, Quality, Procurement, Finance, IT and external service providers** and are involved in both day-to-day execution and continuous improvement initiatives. As an **Operations Intern**, you will actively contribute on-site while also working with data, processes and digital tools. **Key Responsibilities:**  This internship combines **practical operational work** with **analytical and commercial tasks**: **Hands-On Laboratory & Site Operations** * Support day-to-day **laboratory and site operations** directly on campus * Assist with coordination of **services**, e.g. maintenance, calibration, vendors and logistics * Hands-on support of **asset tracking, documentation and operational records** * Interface with lab users and service providers to ensure smooth execution **Services, Commercial & Process Support** * Support **service and cost overviews**, tracking of services, contracts and budgets * Assist in preparing **commercial summaries and operational KPIs** * Support Procurement- and Finance-related operational topics (e.g. service transparency, cost allocation) **Digital & Continuous Improvement** * Work with **digital tools** such as SharePoint lists, Forms, trackers and databases * Contribute to **process documentation, harmonization and optimization** * Support reporting and preparation of **management-ready dashboards and presentations** This role offers a **realistic and hands-on insight** into how laboratory operations are managed from both an **operational and commercial perspective**. **You bring:** * You are currently enrolled in or have recently completed (within the last 12 months) a **Bachelor-s or Master-s degree**, ideally with a **commercial or operations-oriented background**, such as: * Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering * Business Informatics, Digital Management * Life Sciences **with strong interest in operations, services and cost structures** * You enjoy **hands-on work** and are comfortable being present on site and in lab environments * At the same time, you are interested in **processes, data, costs and digital tools** * You work in a structured, reliable and pragmatic way * You are confident with **Excel and PowerPoint**; experience with **SharePoint or databases** is a plus * You communicate clearly and enjoy working with different stakeholders * You are **fluent in English**; German is a pre-requisite   **About dsm-firmenich** At dsm-firmenich, we don-t just meet expectations - we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it-s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that-s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.  And while you-re making a difference, we-ll make sure you-re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They-re essential to our future.  Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together. **Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement** At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that-s exactly the kind of culture we-re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.  We-re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we-re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we-re committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we-re here to help - just let us know what you need, and we-ll do everything we can to make it work. **Agency statement** We-re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you-re applying as an individual, we-d love to hear from you. We-re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.