Graduation Assignment in Ink Development
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Job Description
About Canon Production Printing
Canon Production Printing develops and manufactures high-tech printing products and workflow software for the commercial printing market. They are part of Canon, a global provider of imaging technologies and services. Canon Production Printing operates on three continents, with approximately 3300 employees (end 2022) and has its global headquarters in Venlo, the Netherlands.
Job Description: Graduation Assignment in Ink Development
Are you a WO student who is looking for a graduation assignment?
Canon Production Printing is looking for a student to help them transform their way of working in ink development. The goal is to move away from pragmatic ink screening and towards a more model-based approach. This involves working with complex kinetic models that capture the chemical processes involved in UV-curable ink.
Your Assignment
You will be tasked with bridging the gap between simplified model-ink recipes and real-world inks used in Canon’s UVgel technology. This involves:
• Designing smart experiments: Think of ways to bridge the gap between the simplistic model-ink and real ink.
• Running computer simulations: Use Matlab to analyze and interpret the results of your experiments.
• Performing analytical tests: Utilize techniques like NMR and IR-spectroscopy to characterize the ink components and reactions.
Your Profile
• Research background in polymer chemistry: A strong understanding of polymer chemistry is essential.
• Experience with materials characterization: You should be comfortable with techniques such as NMR, IR, and rheometry.
• Experience with Matlab coding: You will be using Matlab to analyze data and simulate reactions.
• Result-driven and self-motivated team player: You should be able to work independently and contribute effectively to a team.
• Available for 5-9 months, at least 4 days per week.
What’s in it for you?
• Challenging assignment with skilled coaching: You will work with experienced professionals who will guide you throughout the project.
• Internship/Graduation compensation of €500,- per month: You will receive a monthly stipend for your time and effort.
• Travel cost compensation: If you do not have an ‘OV-weekcard’ (public transportation pass), Canon will cover your travel expenses.
• Networking opportunities: You will have the chance to connect with professionals in various fields within and outside Canon.
• Work in a collaborative, innovative, and ownership-focused environment.
Interested?
If you are interested in this assignment, please click on the ‘apply now’ button and upload your resume and motivation letter.
For further information, please contact Robin Willemse at +31 (0)6 2565 3266. If you have questions about internships in general, please contact Milou Geelen at + 31 6 25653192.
