For the Technology Department of Polymer and Adhesive Architecture at the tesa headquarters in Norderstedt, we are looking for an intern. From day one, you will be part of exciting and challenging tasks.

• You will co-develop innovative and sustainable adhesive components that include natural and synthetic rubbers, resins, and the polymerization of polyurethane polymers, formulations, and coatings with solvent-based and hotmelt technologies. 
• You will test laboratory adhesive samples and prototypes using various chemical and physical measurement methods (adhesion, cohesion, tackiness, tensile testing, etc.). 
• You will assist with customer-specific application tests. You will document, interpret, and discuss the results of your developments in an appropriate form with the project teams.

• You are an enrolled student, ideally in the field of Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and can provide an overview of your university grades
• You have experience in the laboratory, particularly with polymer synthesis, formulation, and analytical testing. 
• You possess confident English language skills, German skills are advantageous. 
• You act with initiative, take responsibility, and show flexibility. 
• You have knowledge of MS Office software such as Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• You demonstrate excellent teamwork and communication skills
• You are available for six months starting August 1st of 2026

tesa is one of the world's leading manufacturers of adhesive tape solutions, with a range of more than 7,000 products. With passion for technology, we drive innovation, reliability, and sustainability to shape a better future.

Our solutions make a difference in the work, products, and lives of our customers across a variety of industries, including Automotive, Electronics, and Home applications. With this, we address a broad segment of business customers, but also you as a private consumer.

You might be surprised to discover the many places where our adhesive solutions are at work, from the battery in your electric car, to the display of your mobile phone, and even in the elevator in your building. Wherever you look, you'll find tesa - holding the world together since more than 125 years.

Please follow the below link to submit your resume and other required information.