Extracurricular Internship: R&D Engineer for Electric Water Heaters (f/m/div.)

Aveiro, pt on site Until 8/23/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted June 24, 2026 Last posted June 24, 2026
Job description

The Bosch Group has more than 400 000 employees around the world, present in 60 countries, and we are proud to impact people’s lives and to work towards a more sustainable future.

In the city of Aveiro, Bosch has one of its biggest production sites for Bosch Home Comfort division, as well as a Research and Development Center for new and improved heating solutions for the residential segment. With more than 1400 employees, focused on innovation, sustainability and collaboration, Bosch Aveiro joins together experts in diverse areas, from mechanical engineering to connectivity and software solutions, as well as industrialization and quality.  

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference in mindsets, cultures, generations, identities and perspectives. Everyone should bring their authenticity and work together respectfully. Bosch is an employer that values diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and we can provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process and in the performance of professional activity. By including everyone and ensuring equal opportunities we unleash our full potential.

Your contribution to something big:

  • Support the development and validation of electric water heater products;
  • Analyze legislation, standards and technical requirements applicable to products;
  • Define and execute test plans, laboratory testing, measurements and performance evaluations;
  • Prepare technical reports and support troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities;
  • Collaborate with Quality, Product Management and Manufacturing teams during product development.

What distinguishes you: 

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree student in Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering or a similar field;
  • Interest in thermal systems, hydraulics or sustainable technologies;
  • Familiarity with laboratory testing, technical analysis or product development activities is a plus;
  • Good communication skills in Portuguese and English;
  • Structured and analytical way of working, with the ability to manage different priorities;
  • Proactive, autonomous and solution-oriented mindset with a willingness to learn.

Duration: 12 months

Work #LikeABosch includes: 

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

🔀 Hybrid work system

🧑‍⚕️ Medical office on site (general surgeon, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic)

💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products

🏋️ Sports and health related activities

🅿️ Free parking lot

🍽️ Canteen

 

Success stories don´t just happen. They are made...

Make it happen! We are looking forward to your application!

About this role

Summary

Support development, testing, and analysis of electric water heater products.

Job title

R&D Engineer for Electric Water Heaters

Experience level

student

Industry

home comfort

Location requirements

Aveiro, Portugal; hybrid work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

laboratory testingtechnical analysisproduct developmentcommunication

Preferred skills

thermal systemshydrationsustainable technologies

Specializations

thermal systemshydrationsustainable technologies
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Aveiro, Portugal

Hybrid City