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With more than 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a strong industrial presence in Italy, the United Kingdom, Poland, and the United States, and operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures, and equity investments. A key player in major strategic programs at the global level, Leonardo is a technology and industrial partner to governments, defence administrations, institutions, and businesses. \nWithin the Engineering area, we are seeking a Stage Technology Lab & Inspection in Cascina Costa (VA).\n Job Description Summary:\nWithin the Engineering Directorate, the Technology Lab & Inspection function is responsible for the development and qualification of materials and processes, as well as for the industrial support across the product lifecycle.\nThe proposed internship is specifically addressed to Master’s Degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Materials Engineering students and it is intended to be carried out as part of a final thesis project (Master’s thesis).\nAs a Master’s thesis intern within the Technology Lab & Inspection - Metallic Materials Science & Testing team, the candidate will support the development of numerical simulation methodologies for Metal Additive Manufacturing processes, contributing to both research and industrialization efforts.\nThe activity is part of ongoing initiatives aimed at strengthening the company’s capabilities in Additive Manufacturing (AM) for aerospace applications.\nRole Overview:\nThe selected candidate will contribute to a research project focused on the simulation of Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) processes, with the objective of enhancing predictive capabilities related to process-induced thermal and mechanical phenomena.\nThe candidate will operate in a multidisciplinary environment, contributing to the advancement of digital engineering approaches applied to AM technologies.\nObjectives:\nThe primary objective of the internship is to develop and validate numerical models of LPBF processes, enabling the prediction of key physical phenomena such as temperature evolution, residual stresses, and part distortions.\nExpected deliverables include:\nDevelopment of simulation models (thermal and/or thermo-mechanical).\nValidation against available experimental or reference data.\nSensitivity analyses of relevant process parameters.\nPreparation of a structured Master’s thesis report documenting activities, methodologies, and results.\nFormulation of recommendations to support industrial application and future developments.\nKey Activities:\nThe candidate will be involved in the following activities:\nReview of the state-of-the-art in AM process simulation.\nDefinition and implementation of finite element or numerical models for LPBF processes.\nApplication of appropriate material models and boundary conditions.\nExecution of simulation campaigns.\nAnalysis and interpretation of outputs (e.g. thermal fields, stress distribution, distortion).\nCorrelation with experimental evidence, where available.\nContribution to internal best practices and methodological guidelines.\nCandidate Profile:\nRequired Skills and Competencies:\nSolid analytical and problem-solving capabilities\nFundamental knowledge of heat transfer, solid mechanics, and numerical methods\nBasic understanding of Finite Element Analysis (FEA)\nStrong interest in AM and Materials Engineering\nAbility to work effectively in a team and in a structured engineering environment\nPreferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)\nFamiliarity with simulation tools (e.g. Abaqus, Ansys, Simufact Additive, or equivalent)\nBasic programming skills (e.g. Python, MATLAB)\nKnowledge of metallurgical aspects related to AM\nPrevious academic experience in AM or process simulation\nEducation and Requirements:\nOngoing Master’s Degree in Mechanical, Materials or Aeronautical Engineering\nAvailability to carry out the internship as a Master’s thesis project (Tesi Magistrale)\nAcademic background in Materials Science, Manufacturing Processes, or Structural/Mechanical Analysis\nGood command of English (written and spoken)\nWHAT WE OFFER\nEngagement, recognition of skills, and a strong focus on people's well-being and safety are the cornerstones of our corporate culture. \nEvery day, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and stimulating work environment by actively promoting the principles of inclusion, equity, and diversity enhancement. \nOur reference collective labor agreement is the National Collective Labor Agreement (CCNL) for the Private Metalworking Industry and Plant Installation Sector. \nWorking arrangement: Hybrid \nEmployment category: Curricular Internship \nContract type: Internship \nGross monthly expense reimbursement: €800,00 \nOngoing training and professional development opportunities, including both technical and soft skills \nWell-being: We place the economic, physical, social, and psychological well-being of our people first, offering a variety of solutions tailored to their needs. \nThe company reserves the right to assess the appropriate employment level and compensation package based on objective criteria emerging during the selection process and in line with the seniority of the selected candidate and the position itself, in accordance with the principles of fairness, transparency, and equal opportunities established by applicable legislation. \nTHE SELECTION PROCESS\nWe look forward to receiving your application: please submit your CV within three weeks of the job posting date. \nHow does the selection process work? \nFollowing the application collection phase, the CVs that best match the required qualifications will be evaluated and shortlisted. \nSelected candidates will take part in an introductory interview with the Human Resources team, focusing on motivation and aptitude, followed by an in-depth technical interview with the relevant Business function. \nAt the end of the process, all candidates will receive feedback, regardless of whether the outcome is positive or negative.\nSeniority:\nPrimary Location:\nIT - Varese - Cascina CostaAdditional Locations:\nContract Type:\nHybrid 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