Are you a HBO/WO student who is looking for a graduation assignment? Are you enthusiastic about improving the sustainability of inks using your interest/expertise in organic and/or polymer chemistry? Then we are looking for you!

Your assignment
Canon UVgel technology is specially developed for advanced printing based on UV curing principles. This technology retains the advantages of prevailing printer technologies, while eliminating many of the compromises. One of the successful products is our Colorado series. 
However, certain challenges remain. Particularly, recyclability and safety can be much further improved. There are many ways to face this challenge, and in this project you will explore one of them. Your assignment will be to explore alternative polymerization techniques. For a successful completion, some synthesis and formulation will be required, as well as testing of print properties. In addition, you will get the possibility to experience the working environment in a larger company and network with many professionals in diverse fields.

Your profile
•    You have a research background and/or a well-developed interest in organic and/or polymer chemistry
•    You are experienced and comfortable in a synthetic chemistry lab. 
•    You are a result-driven and self-motivated team player
•    You are available for 5-9 months for a minimum of 4 days per week 

    
What’s in it for you?
•    A challenging assignment with skilled coaching
•    Internship/ Graduation compensation of €500,- per month
•    Travel cost compensation if you don’t have an ‘OV-weekcard’
•    The possibility to network with professionals inside and outside your field of expertise, thanks to our diversity of disciplines which you will work with

Interested?
Are you interested in this assignment? Please click on the button 'apply now' where you can upload your resume and motivation letter. 
If you would like to receive more information concerning this assignment, please contact Bas Scheepmaker, mail. Bas.scheepmaker.external@cpp.canon, tel. +31 6 44382271. If you have any questions about the internship in general, please contact careers@cpp.canon.