Are you passionate about materials science and eager to apply your knowledge in a real-world setting? Join our innovative team at Seco Tools in Fagersta this summer and work on meaningful R&D projects that shape the future of advanced materials.
What we offer
Background and scope of the project
This project aims to investigate the microstructural properties of cemented carbide materials. We seek to understand the relationship between microstructure and material properties, to help us develop materials with enhanced performance for various applications.
Cemented carbides are composite materials, consisting of a hard ceramic phase, traditionally tungsten carbide, and a ductile metallic binder phase, most often cobalt. These are manufactured through a powder metallurgy processing route, which includes wet milling, spray drying, compaction, and sintering. Cemented carbide has an attractive combination of properties, including high hardness and toughness.
What you’ll do
Working independently in our modern R&D facilities, you will carry out systematic material characterization using advanced techniques. Your tasks will include:
Duration: Approximately 9 weeks, starting June 15th and ending August 14th, 2026. Exact dates and length are flexible and can be adjusted in discussion with the selected candidate.
Location: Fagersta
Who you are
You are a motivated master’s student in Materials Science, Material Chemistry, Physics, or a related field. Experience with laboratory work – such as sample preparation or microscopy – is an advantage, but not a requirement.
You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, can work independently and in a team, and communicate effectively in English.
Our Seco culture
At Seco, we're united by a spirit of collaboration and a shared curiosity to learn and grow. We take responsibility for our actions, stay focused on our customers, and believe in winning together. For us, it’s also clear that our diversities form an amazing foundation for achieving great results. Curious about our workplace and benefits? Read more on our website. You’re also welcome to visit our LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us and our products further.
Contact information
For further information about this position, please send an e-mail to sommarjobb@sandvik.com
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How to apply
Send us your application no later than February 10, 2026. Click apply and include your resume and cover letter in English. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail. Job ID: R0087013.
For more information about our recruitment process, please contact HR Services at hrservices.sweden@sandvik.com.
At Seco Tools we develop and offer advanced products & solutions that make metal cutting easier. We work together with our customers to identify and implement the best solutions for their needs. The corporate culture empowers employees through shared values: Curiosity, Responsibility, Winning together and Customer focus. Seco Tools has a presence in more than 75 countries and employs about 4000 people.