
Working Student (all genders welcome) - Development and Testing of technologies for Alkaline Water Electrolysis (AWE).
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Median for Engineering in Dortmund: €15.00/hr, from 12 working-student postings with stated pay in the last 12 months. Salary guide
Requirements
Studies: Mechanical engineering, process engineering or related · must be enrolled
Good to know
Permanent role possible afterwards
Benefits
Flexible hoursEmployer
thyssenkrupp · HQ in Essen
We list 23 open student roles at thyssenkrupp, 7 in Dortmund. 28 more have closed since March 2026. See all thyssenkrupp roles
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Skills in the ad
Data AnalysisSensor IntegrationExperimental DesignPythonAlkaline Water ElectrolysisMATLAB
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Description provided by thyssenkrupp
thyssenkrupp nucera offers world-leading technologies for high-efficiency electrolysis plants. The company has extensive in-depth knowledge in the engineering, procurement, and construction of electrochemical plants and a strong track record of more than 600 projects with a total rating of over 10 gigawatts already successfully installed. With its water electrolysis technology to produce green hydrogen, the company offers an innovative solution on an industrial scale for green value chains and an industry fueled by clean energy – a major step towards a climate-neutrality.
www.thyssenkrupp-nucera.com
As a working student, you will actively support the development and testing of technologies for Alkaline Water Electrolysis (AWE). You will take ownership of experimental activities while gaining hands-on experience in an industrial R&D environment.
Planning, Execution & Evaluation of Experiments
- Independently plan and prepare experimental campaigns based on defined technical objectives.
- Conduct experiments and ensure structured data acquisition.
- Analyze, visualize, and interpret experimental results using tools such as Python
Optimization of Experimental Setups
- Improve existing test setups with respect to functionalit and measurement quality.
- Support the integration and testing of sensors, measurement equipment, and components.
- Contribute ideas for new experiments and improved testing methods.
Hands-on Technical Support
- Support practical activities related to the preparation, modification, and operation of experimental setups.
- Work closely with engineers and technicians on day-to-day experimental and development activities.
We are looking for a motivated working student with the following qualifications:
- Currently studying mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, process engineering or a related technical field.
- Strong interest in experimental work, electrolysis, and hydrogen technologies.
- Enjoys combining analytical engineering work with practical, hands-on activities.
- Ability to independently plan, conduct, and evaluate experiments in a structured manner.
- Basic experience with data analysis and programming, e.g., Python, MATLAB, or similar tools, is an advantage.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a technical team.
- Good communication skills in German and/or English.
As a working student, you benefit from many advantages that not only make your day-to-day work easier, but also promote your personal and professional development. Our benefits include:
- Flexible working hours:
- We offer flexible working hours, individual home office options and flexitime accounts
- Hybrid working:
- Depending on the project, you can work in the office or from home
- Personal and professional development:
- Support and targeted coaching from experienced colleagues and superiors
- Flat hierarchies enable a high level of personal development
- Insights into exciting projects:
- Work on real projects that create real added value and take on responsibility right from the start
- Networking opportunities:
- Make valuable contacts with colleagues and managers
- Career opportunities:
- Possibility of being taken on as a working student or a permanent position after the internship
- Modern workplace:
- Workplace with the latest technology in a new office building
- Access to the nu | lounge with games console, table football, massage chairs, etc.
- If that’s not enough for you: by working on green hydrogen technologies, we are ensuring clean energy for the future. Be a part of it: new era is you.
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