Student Assistant Photonics, Sensing, and Machine Learning

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) is one of the world's leading organizations for application-oriented research. 75 institutes develop pioneering technologies for our economy and society – more precisely: 32 000 people from technology, science, administration and IT. They know: Anyone who comes to Fraunhofer wants to and can make a difference. For themselves, for us and for the markets of today and tomorrow.

Future. Discover. Together.

As a leading research institution based in Berlin, the Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute creates innovations for the digital society of the future and is a world leader in the field of optical data transmission. Building on many years of experience, its outstanding expertise in optical wireless communications also enables the development of solutions in closely related technology fields, such as photonic sensing. In recent years, activities in photonic sensing (e.g., fiber optic sensing, LiDAR, medical technology) have grown into a key focus area. This young and dynamic field of research opens up exciting scientific projects with clear practical applications. We offer the sought-after combination of a highly interesting scientific environment and insight into industry-oriented work. Become part of our team and join us on a journey of research and innovation!

Be part of change

Contribute to the development of photonic networks and sensing systems
Implement digital signal processing techniques (Python or MATLAB)
Experimentally characterize optical and electrical components (lasers, optical components, optical fibers, etc.)
Plan, simulate, and set up optical systems in the laboratory
Document and evaluate experimental and simulation results
Develop and validate machine learning and deep learning algorithms for photonic sensing applications

What you contribute

Enrolled full-time student at a German university, preferably in Physics, Electrical and Communication Engineering, Computer Science, or a comparable field, with excellent academic performance
Strong initiative and interest in scientific work
Good spoken and written English
Experience in one or more of the following areas: optics / laser and fiber optics; digital signal processing; experimental lab work and measurement setups; machine learning (e.g., CNN, deep learning)
Experience with tools such as ZEMAX OpticStudio, VPIphotonics, MATLAB, Python, or TensorFlow/PyTorch is an advantage

What we offer

Extremely interesting challenges in a scientifically and entrepreneurially shaped environment
A modern, well-equipped workplace in a central location — just a few minutes from TU Berlin
A good and cooperative working atmosphere in an international team
Flexible working hours for a good work-life-study balance
Support with writing your Bachelor's or Master's thesis
Attractive salary

The position is initially limited to 1 year. An extension is explicitly desired.

The monthly working time is 80 hours. 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.

Marco Ceran - marco.ceran@hhi.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI

www.hhi.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 84619 Application Deadline: 06/30/2026

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