Make your thesis matter – Explore Bufab’s sustainability & digitalization projects

🔧 Are you looking for a thesis project where your ideas can make a real impact? 🔧
At Bufab, we can offer a range of exciting thesis opportunities where sustainability meets innovation. Whether you're into AI, data visualization, digital tools or regulatory strategy – we have a project for you.

Bufab is a global supplier of fasteners and technical components with a strong focus on sustainability, compliance, and digitalization. We believe students bring fresh perspectives and bold ideas – and we’re excited to welcome you into our journey toward a smarter, greener supply chain.

🌍 Potential Thesis Projects

Bufab offers a variety of thesis opportunities where sustainability meets innovation. Below you’ll find a selection of current projects – each with its own focus and impact.

Click on the links to read more and apply for the project that matches your interests and skills.

🔧 Supplier Sustainability Data Integration – Preparing for the Digital Product Passport
Help us automate supplier sustainability data flows and prepare for future EU regulations.
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🔧 Supplier Data Collection & Validation – Boosting Quality in Sustainable Supply Chains
Design digital tools to improve supplier data intake and validation in our SSEP program.
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🔧 AI/ML for Sustainable Sourcing – Smarter Decisions with Data
Use machine learning and NLP to predict supplier risks and recommend greener alternatives.
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🔧 Resourcing Strategy for Sustainability-Linked Regulations
Build tools to help us navigate CBAM, EUDR and model cost vs. carbon impact.
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🔧 Mapping Low-Carbon Steel Mills – Supporting Sustainable Sourcing
Identify and visualize low-carbon steel mills to support our supplier network.
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📍 Practical Info

All thesis projects are based at our headquarters in Värnamo, and we want that you’re present at least once a week. You’ll be assigned a dedicated supervisor, and we’ll schedule an interview before the project starts to ensure a good match.

✉️ Interested?

Each thesis project has its own application process, so make sure to click on the project that interests you to read more and apply directly. Apply no later than November 30.
For questions or more information, contact Lotta Ryman at lotta.ryman@bufab.com