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Intern or thesis student – Global Quality Strategy Implementation (m/f/x)

What's the role?

As an intern, you will be a part of the Hilti Global Quality Management Team. You support the Head of Quality and Quality Strategy team at Hilti to implement the new Quality strategy on a global level. Based on your study background your role would revolve around Quality & Process management, formulating innovative training concepts, or steering digitalization of quality.

Start date is flexible to the student's availability, duration for at least 6 months (preferably 12 months)

Who is Hilti?

For the sixth time in the past 11 years, Hilti has been named one of the best employers by Great Place to Work.

What began as a family business in 1941, founded by brothers Eugene and Martin Hilti, has become a leading industry player with over 120 locations worldwide and a workforce of more than 32,000 colleagues. Our incredible journey, from humble beginnings to a global powerhouse, is a shining example of the rewards of a hard-working and dedicated team.

At Hilti, we provide leading-edge tools, technologies, software, and services for the global construction industry and beyond. Our purpose is “Making Construction Better” based on a passionate and inclusive global team and a caring and performance-oriented culture.

We invest a substantial amount of our annual profit to the Hilti Foundation, which focuses on initiatives that empower people to live independently and autonomously, contribute to building stronger societies, and create networks of competent partners to achieve sustainable and scalable impact.

What does the role involve?

The following roles are available based on the study background.


Quality & Process Management Intern:  Ignite your internship by delving into strategic-level responsibilities.
Your key responsibilities will include organizing and moderating workshops and projects with members of management and experts. Furthermore, you will develop concepts such as Cost of Non-Quality tracking, implementing continuous improvement, and enhance supplier quality. You will also implement global quality strategy through internal consulting, establishing measurements, and reporting on the progress of strategy implementation.


Quality Academy Intern : You will closely collaborate with experts to further enhance and ensure knowledge management by creating training concepts and organizing training courses. You will also be assisting in the organization and execution of Quality Academy events and facilitating workshops. Also, updating and maintaining internal communication platforms will be your task. This role encourages self-initiative, innovative thinking, and continuous knowledge development, while also requiring dynamism and flexibility.


IT Intern: You will steer the evolution of our digitalization journey by developing our CAQ system, mastering advanced reporting tools, and refine processes with advanced modelling tools. Dive into attractive projects, balancing IT development and user support. Be at the forefront of innovation, tackling challenges that empower your growth. Elevate your skills with hands-on experiences that make a real impact in tech-driven environment.

''Being part of this team was a rewarding experience that enabled me to contribute to global projects with a meaningful impact on the company. I learned a lot from working with the managers and heads of this team, who helped me grow professionally and personally. I also enjoyed interacting with different workstyles and cultures. Moreover, working in the HQ gave me the opportunity to connect with a large and active community of interns from all over the world." - Roberto Russo, former intern

What do we offer?

Join over 2100 colleagues from over 70 nationalities at one of our Headquarter locations in Schaan, Nendeln (Liechtenstein), or Buchs SG (Switzerland) is more than a career move. It’s your opportunity to enjoy the energizing, alpine lifestyle - where Liechtenstein, Austria, and Switzerland seamlessly meet. It’s an unforgettable life change.

We’ll give you the tools you need to excel in your internship, including one-to-one coaching. You’ll enjoy a rare combination of autonomy and camaraderie, as you’ll manage your own project while being part of a friendly team.

You’ll not just be another pair of hands but a fully integrated team member with lots of self-responsibility. From there, we’ll trust you to do whatever it takes to deliver outstanding results. Go the extra mile and we’ll reward you with strategic development discussions and career opportunities.

We’ll support you even before you start with us through relocation and integration support. With the international intern's community at Hilti, you’ll never be bored. Further, the snow-draped mountains, crystal-clear lakes and marvelous landscapes in the Happy Valley invite for lots of outdoor activities.

What you need is:

  • Enrollment in a bachelor's or master’s program in Engineering, Business, or IT studies for the entire internship duration.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in spoken and written English at a high level, including business English for managerial communication.
  • Demonstrated creativity and commitment to enhancing workshops and content management.
  • Strong organizational abilities and a structured approach to work.
  • Proven ability to innovate and work dynamically while effectively adapting to evolving situations.
  • Open to using various platforms for designing and creating,

Why should you apply?

You are a self-motivated and driven individual who desires to actively shape your own professional growth.

Seeking a company that provides you with the chance to explore your passion, where a job title is not merely the end goal but the beginning of an exciting journey.


We take our time to get to know you. As part of your recruitment process, you’ll get to talk to your internship coach as well as your HR Manager who both can answer some of your burning questions.

Hilti is an equal opportunity employer.

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