IAESTE Internships

Location

Switzerland

Internship type

ON-SITE

Reference number

CH-2026-000243

Students Requirements

General discipline

Mechanical Engineering

Completed Years of Study

2

Fields of Study

Languages

English Good (B1, B2)

Required Knowledge and Experience

-

Other Requirements

Attention to detail and ability to work independently. German or French is an added value.

Work Details

Duration

22 - 52 Weeks

Within These Dates

01.02.2026 - 31.01.2027

Holidays

NONE

Work Environment

-

Gross pay

2300 CHF / month

Working Hours

42.0 per week / 8.4 per day

Living Lodging

Type of Accommoditation

IAESTE LC Basel

Cost of lodging

850 CHF / month

Cost of living

1650 CHF / month

Work Offered

Additional Info

Any student with Non-EU/EFTA nationality needs an official letter from their university, confirming that the internship is compulsory (required for visa/work permit).

Work description

Ovivo is a global provider of equipment, technology, and systems producing among the purest water and treating some of the most challenging wastewater in industry. Ovivo is a powerful global brand with renowned trademarks, possessing more than 150 years of expertise and references in water treatment, supported by its proprietary products, advanced technologies, and extensive system integration knowhow. Ovivo delivers conventional to highly technological water treatment solutions for the industrial and municipal markets and leverages its large installed base of equipment around the world to offer parts and services to its customers. Ovivo is dedicated to innovation in an industry that is in constant evolution and offers water treatment solutions that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and environmentally sustainable.Design and Development of a Product Range for Water Purification SystemsThe main goal of this internship is to extend an existing water purification product into a complete range of sizes. The student will be responsible for adapting the current design to different diameters and producing all associated technical drawings and documentation.Key Responsibilities:• Analyze the existing product design and identify critical dimensions and features.• Develop new variants of the product for different diameters while maintaining functional integrity and compliance with standards.• Create detailed 3D models and technical drawings for manufacturing.• Collaborate with the engineering team to validate designs and ensure feasibility.• Prepare documentation for the updated product range.• Consult suppliers and update bill of materials.Start in February or March preferred.

Deadline

07.01.2026