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Welcome!
Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities!
Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you!
Thanks for your interest in working on our team!
We are currently looking for a highly motivated and flexible Intern (M/F/D) to join our Advanced Technology team in Munich. If you want to be a part of our growing company that is driven by innovation and is focused on building a future together with our employees, consider applying.
This position is planned for 3 months with the opportunity to write a master´s thesis to follow. We are seeking a motivated Master’s student to conduct research on “Failure Management in Optical Networks Using Machine Learning.” The topic is highly relevant for the development of next‑generation optical network applications and is well suited for a research internship.
The student will work under the guidance of a senior researcher and collaborate with experts in advanced optical networking. This position offers hands‑on experience with cutting‑edge technologies and provides valuable exposure to industry‑level research and development within a leading global provider of optical networking solutions.
Financial compensation will be provided according to company policies. Outstanding research results may additionally lead to scientific publications.
Principle Duties And Essential Functions
- Review the current state of the art in failure management for Optical Transport Networks (OTN).
- Investigate suitable machine learning algorithms for data generation and failure prediction.
- Present research findings in internal meetings.
- Prepare a final report summarizing the research outcomes.
Knowledge, Skills And Experience Required
- Currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Telecommunication, Computer science, Electrical engineering, or a related field
- Knowledge of Python and machine learning techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Experience with SDN controllers or Docker is a plus, but not required.
- Ability to work independently and proactively.
- Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Benefits
- Hands-on experience with advanced technologies
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in the field
- Possibility to work in an international, multicultural environment
- Strong team-oriented and friendly work culture
- Flexible working hours model
- Fitness-, travel cost- and kindergarten allowance as well as drinks and fruits for free
- Employee discounts e. g. for events and branded products
Working student essentials
What this Tech internship in Munich means for you: the pay rules, the social contributions, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Internships have no 20-hour cap, but a voluntary internship longer than three months generally has to pay at least the German minimum wage. Mandatory internships in your study programme are exempt.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Mandatory internships are largely exempt from social contributions. Voluntary internships are treated like regular employment once they run long enough, so contributions usually apply.
Check your insuranceInternational students
Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.
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