Cost In Control. Supply On Course
Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of supply chain and operational excellence? At Hilti, we offer unique internship opportunities where you can explore various aspects of our supply chain and procurement processes. As an intern, you will be part of a specialized team at our Plant in Schaan, where you will engage in a variety of projects that span across different domains such as Lean Management, Procurement, Logistics, and Digital Products. This role will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how a multinational company operates and optimizes its supply chain. The main objective of this internship is to bring operational excellence in the production supply chain to the next level. You will run projects related to supply planning, value-stream optimization, and data analytics to increase speed and agility within our Plant in Schaan. As a results-oriented, innovative, and self-reliant person, you will join our motivated team, which will support you in realizing your full potential.
This is a full‑time internship position. Start date is flexible. Duration for at least 6 months. No travel is foreseen for this position.
What You'll do
Our team is constantly driving new projects throughout the supply chain in our operations. We offer unique challenges and opportunities for students to apply their academic knowledge in real-world settings.
If you’re interested in streamlining processes and using lean methods to reduce waste and increase productivity, an internship in Lean Management could be a great fit for you. You’ll have the opportunity to conduct time and motion studies, use tools like Value Stream Mapping, implement 5S methodology, participate in Kaizen events, and analyze data to find root causes of inefficiencies.
If you enjoy analyzing suppliers, developing procurement strategies, and managing sourcing through contract negotiations, a role in Procurement is ideal. You'll conduct spend analysis, source suppliers, monitor performance, and collaborate across plants to shape the global procurement strategy. Operational and tactical tasks will round out your skills for a global career in procurement.
If planning and improving logistics processes, supporting in the management of inventory levels, and ensuring timely deliveries sound appealing, consider an internship in Logistics. You will support in specific daily tasks such as KPI reporting, follow-up with suppliers and participate in projects to enhance logistics processes and implement standards in the plant.
Students who are keen on developing digital solutions, working on projects, and supporting business process digitalization should explore opportunities in Digital Products. You’ll develop standard processes for operations, collaborate with IT to implement new software solutions, analyze user requirements, and test digital solutions.
These internships offer hands-on experience and the chance to make a tangible impact on a company’s operations.
What You’ll Bring
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, (Business) Engineering or a related field throughout the full internship duration
- Analytical mindset with an interest in process development
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Self-driven working style
- Strong communication skills in English or German
What’s In It for You
At Hilti, you’ll join a family-owned company that thinks long term, invests in its people, and trusts individuals to make a real impact. From day one, you'll take ownership of meaningful work, contribute to business success, and be supported in creating your future through continuous learning, development opportunities, and diverse career paths. Some of the benefits of building your career with us include:
- A diverse global headquarters community of more than 2,100 colleagues representing 70 nationalities.
- The opportunity to create visible, long-term impact on Hilti’s business and global reputation.
- Career opportunities across functions, regions and leadership roles, supported by a transparent development framework.
- A flexible, trust-based working model, including remote work and workation.
- Opportunities to contribute to local and global social-impact initiatives.
- More than 60 employee-led networks and activities.
- A modern campus with an onsite gym, restaurants and access to outdoor activities.
Why Hilti
Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we’re driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you’ll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you’ll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.
At our global headquarters in Schaan, Nendeln, Buchs, and nearby hubs, we shape Hilti’s digital strategy and enterprise platforms worldwide. Our cross-functional teams in product IT, data & analytics, cybersecurity, ERP, and digital customer platforms work side-by-side with business leaders to design, build, and run solutions at global scale. HQ offers a collaborative environment where architecture decisions, platform reliability, and secure-by-design engineering translate into real impact for our customers and teams.
Commitment to Inclusion
At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.
For further questions, please feel free to contact Israel Miranda (Strategic Supply Manager) or Human Resources Kimberly Caetano (Talent Acquisition Intern).
For non-EU/ EFTA citizens: Please state your eligibility status to work in Switzerland/ Liechtenstein and note that if you do not own a valid Swiss/ Liechtenstein work permit, Hilti cannot guarantee your final employment due to authority regulations.
