Intern in Testing

Climeworks is a leading high-quality carbon removal provider, combining decades of expertise in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology with a holistic approach to carbon removal solutions.

Climeworks advises companies on their carbon removal strategies and provides tailored portfolios of nature-based and engineered approaches, offering end-to-end services to help achieve net-zero goals. The company runs the world's first two DAC plants in Iceland, demonstrating its core commitment to high-quality carbon removal that is backed by over 15 years of pioneering research, development, and deployment.

By advancing the most reliable solutions in the market, Climeworks accelerates the global transition to net zero, unlocking economic value for businesses, governments, and society.

We foster a dynamic environment and are building a global purpose driven team. We are looking for disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers and inspiring leaders that are ready to take on the world’s greatest challenge.

Will you join us?

Testing & Validation: You actively support the rapid testing and validation of innovative technology ideas and concepts, ensuring reliable and meaningful results.

Facility Development: You contribute to the further development of our small to midscale test facilities and help advance their technological capabilities.

Adsorption/Desorption Investigations: You assist in exploring and analyzing the adsorption/desorption process to enhance understanding and optimize efficiency.

Research & Method Exploration: You conduct literature reviews and market research to identify and evaluate measurement methods that deepen insights into our processes.

Test Execution & Data Evaluation: You carry out various testing methods, critically assess the resulting data and ensure accuracy, reliability and consistency.

Measurement Method Assessment: You evaluate the feasibility and practicality of different measurement approaches and provide recommendations for improvements or alternatives.

Technical Academic Background: You recently completed a BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Process Engineering, Materials Science or a related field, or you are currently enrolled in aMaster’sprogram.

Testing& Measurement Fundamentals: You have a solid understanding of smallto mediumscale test setups as well as measurement techniques, fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.

Adaptability& Creativity: You work flexibly and creatively, especially when dealing with incomplete information or unknown variables.

Reliable& Structured Work Style: You are dependable, performance driven and maintain an organized and methodical approach to your tasks.

Collaboration& Independence: You thrive in fastpaced team settings but are equally comfortable working independently.

Language

Skills:

You are fluent in English;
German is an advantage.

Availability: You are available for a fulltime, 6month internship ideally starting in March/April 2026.

Our promise: At Climeworks, you are accepted for who you are, and we are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply – regardless of background, identity, or experience. Studies show that women and individuals from minority backgrounds often only apply for jobs when they meet 100% of the listed criteria. If this sounds like you, don’t hold back.

If you think you’d make a great fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t check every single box. Let’s tackle one of humankind’s greatest challenges together.

What we offer:

At Climeworks, our six-month internships offer a hybrid work setup
, giving you flexibility while ensuring valuable collaboration by working onsite at least three days per week
. To maintain fairness, we follow a standardized salary process based on market benchmarks. For our internships based in Switzerland, the compensation is:

After completion of MSc: CHF 2,500 per month

Note: We do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.

At Climeworks, we believe the people make all the difference. Discover other opportunities and learn more about our team, our technology and our culture.