Become an intern for the SiToLub project

Work on an EU‑funded project that combines lubricant science, sustainability modeling and mechanical engineering

About GreenDelta

Who we are, and what do we do

Based in Berlin (Germany), we had since the start of the company in 2004 the idea to combine data, tools, and smart methods for assessing the sustainability of products and “everything else” over the life cycle.

In the last years, therefore, we created technical support tools such as the format converter, an EPD editor, various web-based tools for non-experts, and the open source software openLCA for performing Life Cycle Assessments, which is now the world’s most widely used LCA software.

Expect to meet people in a team that is mastering all aspects of sustainability, from data collection to database creation and harmonisation, to software development in sustainability, and that is also putting these elements to practical use, for clients and in projects worldwide.

Does this sound interesting to you?

A good fit?

You are curious and intelligent,
careful and somewhat bold at the same time,
interested in the environment and sustainability,
have an understanding for data and numbers,
you want to achieve results,
and contribute to spearheading developments in sustainability, for both small and really large
companies and organisations.

About the position

We are looking for an intern with a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering to work on the SiToLub project (Simulation Tools for the Design of Safe and Sustainable Lubricants).

Within the project, we investigate how lubricant performance influences the overall sustainability of technical systems. In particular, the project focuses on understanding and optimizing the interplay between tribological performance (friction, wear, and durability) and sustainability across the entire life cycle of lubricants.

This role focuses on:

Lubrication systems and their influence on product lifetimes
Modeling early failure mechanisms and drain oil intervals
Integrating energy efficiency into lifecycle expectations of lubrication systems
Developing and applying mathematical models to analyze and improve these aspects

You will contribute to advancing simulation-based approaches that connect mechanical engineering with sustainability and lifecycle assessment.

This position is ideal for students who want hands-on experience at the interface of mechanical engineering, lubrication science, and sustainability modeling.

The duration of the internship can vary, from 6 weeks until even a year and should start as soon as possible. Ideally the internship takes place in the city of Berlin, at our office.

How to apply

If you think that your profile can be working with us, we look forward to receiving your CV, cover letter to hoffmann@nullgreendelta.com and join@nullgreendelta.com addressed to Dr. Jonas Hoffmann. (Please no recruitment agencies!)

Thank you!