R&D Intern in Paper Technology; m​/f​/d

• Full Time
• Internship
• ETH Zürich, Campus Hönggerberg (ZH)
• Posted 1 year ago
• qCella AG

ETH Zürich, Campus Hönggerberg (ZH)

6 to 12 months | temporary | start Fall 2025

At qCella, we revolutionize the way products are heated, such as automotive interiors, wearable technology, and pain‑relieving solutions. As a pioneering hardware startup from ETH Zurich, we are committed to introducing innovative materials for resistive heating applications and beyond. Our mission is to replace the outdated heating wire technology with our cutting‑edge, homogenously heating, paper‑thin, flexible, and easily shape‑customizable heating mats, offering unparalleled versatility and efficiency.

Are you passionate about innovation, sustainability, and technology? Join our dynamic R&D Paper Technology team as an intern and gain hands‑on experience in a start‑up environment that’s shaping the future of heating technology. This internship provides a unique opportunity to work on exciting projects with experienced professionals in a collaborative and forward‑thinking setting.

• Developing and testing new paper‑based products and technologies
• Conduct laboratory experiments and analyze research data
• Assisting with the optimization and scaling of paper materials for heating applications
• Participating in project planning and team meetings, Presenting project outcomes to internal stakeholders and the R&D team
• Collaborating closely with engineers, researchers, and fellow interns to build prototypes

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Paper Technology, Materials Science, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred
• Passion for innovation and sustainability in the paper industry.
• Previous lab experience is a plus but not required.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English
• Work permit in Switzerland, Citizen of a Schengen member country or students currently enrolled in a Swiss university with a mandatory internship requirement as part of their curriculum
• High social skills, good team player, ability to work independently, and high sense of responsibility

• Hands‑on experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the field.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects that contribute to industry advancements.
• Fair compensation comparable to big corporations
• Exciting behind‑the‑scenes look at a startup environment
• Friendly and fun team

At qCella, we revolutionize the way products are heated, such as in automotive interiors, for personal heating, and in pain‑relieving solutions. As a pioneering hardware startup from ETH Zurich, we are committed to introducing innovative cellulose‑based materials for resistive heating applications and beyond. Our mission is to replace the outdated heating wire technology with our homogenously heating, paper‑thin, and easily shape‑customizable heating mats, offering unparalleled versatility and efficiency.

The qCella heating mats are made from our patent‑pending cellulose‑copper hybrid fibers using a paper making process.