Unsolicited Application to Fraunhofer FKIE

Fraunhofer FKIE, with approximately 630 employees, develops technologies and processes aimed at identifying existential threats at an early stage, minimizing their impact, and making them manageable. In close cooperation with strategic partners, the institute focuses on the entire data and information processing chain - from data acquisition, transmission, and processing to their reliable protection. Fraunhofer FKIE sees its mission as serving both the civil sector and command, control, and intelligence processes in the field of defense technology.

Are you eager to contribute to pioneering solutions and bring your ideas into an innovative environment?

Then you have come to the right place!

Be part of change

Whether in a scientific and research-oriented environment or in supporting roles within engineering, administration, and operations, we offer a wide range of entry opportunities: from school internships and mandatory internships to positions as a student assistant, as well as entry-level and career development opportunities across our specialist and functional departments.

Working alongside our interdisciplinary teams, you will address innovative challenges at the intersection of research, technology, and practical application, making an active contribution to the development of cutting-edge technologies and the advancement of innovative solutions for the future.

What you contribute

Depending on the type of position and area of work, you will have a relevant vocational qualification or university degree, or you may currently be pursuing your studies. For a school internship, we are particularly looking for candidates who demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to learn. In addition, you ideally bring the following qualities:

• An interest in scientific, technical, or organizational topics and challenges

• Team spirit, commitment, and flexibility

• Curiosity and a willingness to familiarize yourself with new subject areas

When submitting your application, please be sure to specify:

• The type of position you are interested in (e.g., internship, student assistant position, or direct entry)

• The period of time and extent of availability for which you would be able to join us

• The areas of expertise or departments that are of particular interest to you.

An overview of our research areas can be found on our website: https://www.fkie.fraunhofer.de/de/forschungsabteilungen.html.

We encourage you to familiarize yourself with our research areas in advance and align your interests accordingly. This helps us review your application more effectively and identify opportunities that best match your profile and interests.

What we offer

At Fraunhofer FKIE, you will work in a committed and collaborative team that will provide comprehensive support throughout your onboarding process, depending on your level of entry. We foster a family-friendly and international working culture and offer flexible working hours as well as the option of mobile working to accommodate individual needs. In addition, we provide a wide range of opportunities for professional and personal development, along with attractive employment conditions and benefits tailored to the respective role and area of responsibility.

Working hours, contract duration, and compensation depend on the respective position and the individual scope of employment. Employment conditions are governed, as applicable, by the collective agreements of the German public sector, relevant company agreements, and the applicable regulations and guidelines for student employment and internships. The specific terms and conditions will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Ready for a change? Then apply now and make a difference! Once we have received your online application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt. We will then get back to you as soon as possible and let you know what happens next.

If you have any questions regarding your unsolicited application, please contact:

Markus Bauer Phone: +49 (0) 228 9435-540

Fraunhofer Institute for Communication, Information Processing and Ergonomics FKIE

www.fkie.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 84928 Application Deadline: