University Intern Non-Ionizing Radiation

Ittigen, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-100%

What you can contribute

• Evaluate high-voltage line projects, substations, and transformer stations from the perspective of compliance with the provisions of the environmental protection law
• Draft position papers for the competent federal authorities regarding authorization
• Handle scientific and technical issues related to radiation from power supply installations
• Develop and update technical and legal recommendations for enforcement authorities and project managers
• Advise and inform individuals and authorities

What makes you unique

• University degree in natural sciences or engineering
• Experience in the field of electricity transmission is an advantage
• Autonomous personality, working in a structured manner and having an analytical mind, willing to deal with complex themes
• Communication skills and writing proficiency
• Good active knowledge of at least a second official language and English

In a few words

Join our interdisciplinary and motivated team and contribute to protecting the population against non-ionizing radiation emitted by power supply installations.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the success of the Swiss model and the well-being of the population.
• Diversity in everyday life We ensure equal opportunities, which allows us to deploy our skills and express different points of view.
• Health at work We assist and advise our employees on all matters related to physical or mental health.

All benefits (https://www.stelle.admin.ch/stelle/fr/home/bundesverwaltung/ihre-vorteile-auf-einen-blick.html)

Our quality of life for today and tomorrow.

The Federal Office for the Environment (OFEV) is responsible for ensuring the sustainable exploitation of natural resources such as soil, water, air, and forest. The OFEV is an office of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC).

We are interested in today's Switzerland while preparing for tomorrow's. By assuming responsibility within the framework of demanding projects, we contribute to the smooth running of the country. The OFEV offers a modern working environment in which we can contribute significantly to the sustainable development of Switzerland.

Additional information

Start date: 01.01.2027 or to be agreed.

Admission requirements:

• Obtaining the degree (Bachelor or Master) must not be more than 18 months prior to the start date
• Internship duration: maximum 12 months

Questions about the position

Alexander Reichenbach
head of the Non-ionizing Radiation section
+41 58 463 84 08