Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Internship in Engineering - Product Optimization - 1 year - June 2026 (m/f/x)
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Internship in Engineering - Product Optimization - 1 year - June 2026 (m/f/x)
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About this position
About this Position
At Henkel, you can build a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47.000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Adhesive Technologies help transform entire industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. With our trusted brands, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop What makes you a good fit. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture, and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.Do you dare to make an impact ?
What you´ll do
- Reshape solvent-based products portfolio towards more sustainable solutions (CMR-free, bio-based, …) for our customers.
- Develop ready-to-upscale lab prototypes focusing on manufacturing process capabilities as well as process safety aspects.
- Screen the market for novel and/or more sustainable raw materials (monomers, initiators, tackifiers,…) options to deliver higher performances and/or safer end use at the customer.
- Brainstorm with Düsseldorf PD team to model interactions between UV light and curable material to optimize curing efficiency based on customer equipment setup.
- Lead 5S initiatives in PD labs combined with high level of SHE awareness. Get awareness of water-based acrylics and provide support whenever required.
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor's or Master's degree students or recent graduates in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office package
- Fluent in French or Flemish, with good level in English.
- Available for 12+ months as from June/July 2026.
- Eligible to work and live in Belgium for the duration of the internship.
Some perks of joining Henkel
- An exciting and educational full-time opportunity in an international FMCG organization
- The possibility to support concrete and business-relevant projects with a lot of responsibilities and development opportunities
- Be part of a fun and dynamic team, with events and activities being organized on a regular basis
- A competitive internship allowance, to help cover your expenses
- 20 days of paid holidays during your internship
- Possibility to do some home office when duties allow for it, 2 days maximum per week
- 30 days of remote work from abroad maximum, if duties allow it
- A relocation bonus on your first month, if you are not already living in Belgium
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 25087613
Job Locations: Belgium, Flemish Brabant, Drogenbos
Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.benelux@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.