Mechanical Engineering Internship: protective hose proposal

Our Mechanical Engineering team ensures that ASML machines operate reliably in demanding environments. Optical fibers inside these machines are fragile and need protection against damage and external influences. Protective hoses, also called jacketing, play a key role in this process. Currently, there is no clear guideline on which hose types to use in different situations. During this internship, you will help create clarity and improve reliability across ASML systems.

Introduction

Our Mechanical Engineering team ensures that ASML machines operate reliably in demanding environments. Optical fibers inside these machines are fragile and need protection against damage and external influences. Protective hoses, also called jacketing, play a key role in this process. Currently, there is no clear guideline on which hose types to use in different situations. During this internship, you will help create clarity and improve reliability across ASML systems.

Your assignment

• Investigate which protective hoses are currently used within ASML.
• Research available hose types, suppliers, and best practices outside ASML.
• Define critical parameters and use cases for protective hoses (e.g., twisting, strain limitation).
• Compare and evaluate options based on defined parameters.
• Develop a proposal for hose selection for different situations at ASML.
• Document findings and recommendations in a clear, structured report.

Impact on Cost of Goods

This is a bachelor’s or master’s internship for minimum 3 months, minimum 3 days per week (3 days on-site). The start date of this internship is as of February, 2026.

Your profile

• Are pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering.
• Have analytical skills and enjoy investigating technical solutions.
• Are proactive and able to work independently.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively with different stakeholders.
• Have an interest in mechanical design.

Inclusion and diversity

ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that inclusion and diversity is a driving force in the success of our company.

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