Job Description

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers

We are looking for a Summer trainee to our Espoo Innovation Center in Strength & Retention team You will work in laboratory environment and participate in on-going research projects related to the development of paper chemicals and process additives for the production of fiber based packaging products. The position is fixed-term for 3-5 months.

What you’ll bring to the team
• Relevant education background to work in the laboratory
• Previous experience of working in laboratory is considered a benefit
• Consider safety as a key element in successful work
• Open mind and willingness to learn and develop new solutions
• Positive and proactive attitude to work in a multicultural environment
• Team player with good communication skills in English and/or Finnish

What you can expect of us
• Work as a member of a multi-functional and dynamic R&D team focusing on pulp and paper industry applications
• Safe and engaging working environment that enables you to perform to your full potential
• Possibility to work in a state-of-the-art R&D laboratory of a leading chemical supplier for the paper industry
• Work in a Global, Finnish company that is committed to innovation, cares for people and is dedicated to customer success

For more information, contact team manager Tiina Liitiä by email (tiina.liitia@kemira.com).

Apply via www.kemira.com/careers by 15th February, 2026. Please attach your resume to the application. We are going through the applications and might make decisions already during the application period. Therefore, please send your application as soon as possible.

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. We deliver tailored products and services to improve the product quality, processes, and resource efficiency of our diverse range of customers. Our focus is on water treatment, as well as on fiber and renewable solutions – enabling sustainability transformation for our customers. In 2024, Kemira reported annual revenue of EUR 2.9 billion with a global team of some 4,700 colleagues. Kemira is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. www.kemira.com