City:  Aachen
Date:  Sep 4, 2024

Unsolicited application: Thesis at the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research units throughout Germany and is a leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros. 

Are you looking for an exciting thesis? Are you fascinated by laser technology, especially in the fields of energy, microelectronics, aerospace, mobility and medical technology? Then become part of our #OneTeam and apply for a thesis at the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT and become part of our institute and shape the future of laser technology with us. 

In cooperation with the RWTH Chairs of Laser Technology LLT, Technology of Optical Systems TOS and Nonlinear Dynamics of Laser Manufacturing Processes (NLD), the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT, as a leading center for contract research and development in laser technology, offers theses (Bachelor and Master) for students of engineering and natural sciences.

 

Almost all theses are also open to graduates of other universities and universities of applied sciences. You can also find out about current projects on our website https://www.ilt.fraunhofer.de/de/projekte.html and ask the contact persons listed there whether theses are currently being offered.

 

 

What you will do

  • Participation in exciting research projects
  • Conducting research, experimental studies, fixture construction and simulations
  • Construction and procurement of components in scientific work 
  • We are offering the following fields of technology:
    • Data science and measurement technology
    • Surface technology and mold removal
    • Laser medical technology and biophotonics
    • Joining and cutting
    • Laser cladding
    • Laser Powder Bed Fusion
    • Lasers and optical systems

 

What you bring to the table

  • You are a registered student, preferably in physics, mechanical engineering, materials science, materials engineering, industrial engineering, computer science, chemistry or a comparable course of study
  • Enjoy developing your own ideas and implementing them independently
  • Flexibility, ability to work in a team and a structured, goal-oriented and independent way of working

 

What you can expect

  • A creative and interdisciplinary working environment in a highly motivated team
  • Excellent machinery and equipment
  • Exciting and challenging areas of work in applied research
  • Freedom to develop your own ideas, projects for your field of study
  • Flexible working hours that allow you to combine your studies and professional practice
  • Very good travel options (bus, car)
  • Benefits

 

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. 

 

The position is limited until the completion of the thesis.

 

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. 

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

 

If you have any questions about this position, please contact:

Alexandra Elisabeth Bock
Phone: 0241/8906-8383

 

Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT 

www.ilt.fraunhofer.de 

 

Requisition Number: 66074                Application Deadline:

 


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