Working Student – Bridging Antenna Theory and Software Beamforming Visualization for Phased-Array Systems (all genders)
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Job description
Fraunhofer IIS published this listing. We've added our own working-student context below — what this role means for your weekly hours, take-home pay and student visa as a student in Erlangen, Germany.
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Description provided by Fraunhofer IIS
As the largest institute within the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, we have been conducting research for over 30 years in diverse fields such as artificial intelligence, microelectronics, sensor systems, data collection, signal processing and transmission. Talents from various engineering and natural science disciplines will find a wide range of exciting research topics under a single roof. A few highlights that reflect our innovative strength: Neuromorphic computing, 5G/6G mobile communication technologies, generative AI in speech and signal processing, and X-ray imaging for e-mobility. And that’s just the beginning!
Which sustainable solutions will you find with us?
Want to turn advanced antenna concepts into an interactive beamforming experience? Then have a look at our offer!
Be part of change
The HFS (HF und SatKom System) department at Fraunhofer IIS specializes in advanced wireless communication systems, with a strong focus on satellite communication and Non-terrestrial Networks (NTN). The department drives innovation in 5G and 6G technologies, AI distributed systems, antenna systems and RF hardware to meet the demands of next-generation networks.
During your working time here, you will be given the following role:
- Application engineering: You design and develop a web-based beamforming visualization tool (GUI) for component configuration and signal analysis.
- Signal processing: You implement antenna-array and beamforming algorithms (e.g., array factor calculation) within the application.
- Cross-functional alignment: You collaborate within a team of software and RF engineers to ensure the software accurately reflects the underlying phased-array behavior.
- You are currently studying Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering or a related field.
- You are interested in antenna technology such as beamforming, phased arrays and satellite communications.
- You have experience in programming, ideally in Python, JavaScript or Vue.js.
- You have a self-driven and creative working style.
- You speak English fluently.
- Organize your schedule: Benefit from flexible working hours that are perfectly compatible with your studies.
- Become part of a creative team: Experience an open and friendly working atmosphere in which your ideas are valued.
- Variety that inspires: Look forward to divers tasks that inspire and challenge you.
- Shape the future with us: Take part in application-oriented research and put your theoretical knowledge to practice.
- Innovation that inspires: Exciting and pioneering projects that make a real difference.
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 people are given preference if they are equally qualified.
About Fraunhofer
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is one of the world’s leading applied research organizations. 75 institutes develop cutting-edge technologies for our economy and society – more precisely: 32 000 people working in technology, science, administration and IT. They know: If you join Fraunhofer, then you are able to promote change. For themselves, for us and for the markets of today and tomorrow.
Ready for change?
Then apply now and make the difference! (PDF: Cover Letter, Resume, Certificates).
Do you have questions about the application process? Our recruiter Anne Weber will be happy to assist you: Phone +49 9131 776-3419.
Location: Erlangen
Working student essentials
What this Tech working student role in Erlangen means for you — the weekly-hours rules, social-contribution perks, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Working students may work up to 20 hours a week during the semester and full-time during the breaks. Staying within this keeps your student status and the Werkstudent benefits.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Under the Werkstudentenprivileg you're exempt from health, care and unemployment insurance contributions — only pension insurance applies. That leaves more net pay than a regular job.
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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