Summer Trainee, Material Innovation

Are you ready to experience the heart of innovation at a global leader in sustainable food packaging? Join our Food Service Innovation team in Espoo as a Summer Trainee, Material Innovation and dive into the fascinating world of product development and cutting-edge research. This is a unique opportunity to take your studies to the next level by collaborating with industry experts, expanding your professional network, and shaping the future of sustainable materials.

Where you’ll be:

You will be located at our headquarters in Espoo, Finland and you should be within reasonable commuting distance from here. This is a primarily in-office role, with the flexibility of one remote day per week.

What We Offer:
As our Summer Trainee, you’ll play a key role in our material innovation projects and be a valued part of our team. Your work will directly contribute to developing new products, supporting sustainability, and driving the packaging industry forward. We offer varied tasks in laboratory and data analysis, as well as the opportunity to grow and learn in an exciting international company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing standard laboratory analyses and hands-on experiments with fibers and chemistries

• Analysing and interpreting research data, turning insights into actionable recommendations

• Preparing clear result reports and materials, contributing to effective knowledge transfer within the team

• Conducting studies and surveys, such as literature reviews and industry benchmarking, in technical fields

• Supporting ongoing projects with your scientific expertise and curiosity

• Collaborating with colleagues in an innovative working environment

Who You Are:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree (or nearing completion) in chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering, or related field

• Knowledge of wood fibers or fiber products is essential

• Solid basic chemistry knowledge plus hands-on laboratory experience

• Excellent command of Excel and a strong analytical mindset

• Demonstrated talent in reporting, documentation, and preparing clear materials

• A positive “can do” attitude combined with a high level of self-drive, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to evolving tasks

• Ability to work independently without constant supervision, as well as part of a collaborative team

• Eager to combine both practical lab work and desk-based research

• Working fluency in English (other languages are a plus)

Other Requirements:

• A driver’s license and access to a car are considered a plus, as occasional travel to laboratory sites is needed

• We’re looking for a proactive trainee who is determined to make a meaningful contribution

Ready to Join Our Innovation Adventure?
If you have a passion for fiber materials, sustainability, and hands-on science—and want to work where your contribution truly matters—we’d love to hear from you!

The fixed-term position will start in April 2026 and last until the end of August 2026.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and transcript of study records by 1st of February. Our recruitment process consists of a video interview round and an interview with the hiring manager and HR.  Positions will be filled as soon as we find suitable candidates. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible. 

Apply now and become a future shaper with us!

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