- Employment
- Part-Time
- Seniority
- Intern
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
About Hugo Boss
Founded in 1924 and headquartered in Metzingen, Germany, HUGO BOSS is a global premium fashion group whose BOSS and HUGO brands offer distinct expressions of contemporary style. With roots in tailoring, its collections span clothing, accessories and fragrances, combining design expertise with international commercial reach. As an employer, the group offers career paths across creative disciplines, product development, retail, digital commerce and corporate functions. Its international operations bring together diverse professional expertise, with opportunities to contribute to brand development and customer experience.
HUGO BOSS is seeking a Textile Engineering Master's Thesis Student to investigate heat transfer performance through practical trials and laboratory testing, then develop a reproducible application process and practical guidelines. The thesis can start flexibly from January 2027, aligned with the university thesis schedule, and is a part-time, temporary opportunity.
Role & Responsibilities
- Investigate selected heat transfer technologies, constructions and adhesive systems.
- Analyze interactions with textile substrates, material compositions, finishes and coatings.
- Plan and conduct practical application trials and laboratory testing.
- Evaluate process parameters, including temperature, pressure, time and equipment.
- Identify failure modes and root causes, including chemical and quality-related factors.
- Translate findings into practical recommendations and guidelines for material selection, application parameters, testing and validation.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Master's program and planning to complete a thesis as part of the studies.
- Studying Textile Engineering, Textile Technology, Textile Chemistry, Materials Science or a related field.
- Strong interest in textiles, polymers, adhesives, chemistry and industrial textile manufacturing.
- Analytical, structured and independent working style.
- Enthusiasm for hands-on experimental work and problem-solving.
- Good command of English; German is an advantage but not required.
Skills
Education
Currently enrolled in a Master's program in Textile Engineering, Textile Technology, Textile Chemistry, Materials Science or a related field, with a thesis planned as part of the studies.
Workplace
The role is situated in Metzingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
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Benefits
Competitive salary and attractive benefits, including vacation and Christmas bonuses, a mobility allowance or Deutschlandticket, an annual clothing allowance, a company pension scheme and the SHIP share program. Flexible working models include three days in Metzingen and up to two days working remotely, personal time off through the “Me Time” program, and up to 30 days of “Mobile Work EU” annually. Benefits also include an employee gym, sports activities, a 37-hour workweek, 30 vacation days per year, shopping discounts for employees, family and friends, free admission to more than 15 international art museums, modern workplaces and innovative tools, an environmentally friendly bus shuttle, and access to the GOOD TIMES restaurant and BOSS bar.
Culture
Hugo Boss combines German tailoring heritage with a contemporary, globally minded approach, creating a workplace where precision, creativity and commercial awareness are central. Its teams work across design, retail and digital functions, with an emphasis on collaboration, innovation and delivering a consistent premium brand experience.
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