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You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.\nThis position reports to:\nField Application Support Manager__\nWhat we believe in\nAt ABB, wearededicatedtoaddressingglobal challenges. Ourcore values: care, courage, curiosity, andcollaboration- combinedwitha focusondiversity, inclusion, andequalopportunities- arekeydriversinouraimtoempowereveryonetocreatesustainablesolutions. That'sourstory. Makeit yourstory.\nYour role and responsibilities\nAre you ready to engineer a more sustainable future? Join our Electrification Distribution Solutions team in Dalmine (BG) for a transformative thesis project where your ideas will have a tangible impact.\nIn this role, you will have the opportunity to develop, within the ABB team, your thesis project based on Environmental Sustainability.\nIn the era of environmental sustainability, ABB is a major player in energy efficiency and CO2eq emissions reduction. 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