Student Assistant Quantum Communication

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) is one of the world's leading organizations for application-oriented research. 74 institutes develop pioneering technologies for our economy and society – more precisely: 30 000 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.

Second-generation quantum technologies are the key to innovative applications in the fields of communication, sensing, information processing, and imaging. In recent years, the Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute has been expanding its expertise in this field of quantum technologies along the whole integration chain, in particular for quantum communication, quantum key distribution, and photonic integrated circuits with the goal of advancing research in this field and transferring it to new applications. Be a part of our highly motivated and international research team and go on an innovation journey with us!

https://www.hhi.fraunhofer.de/qkd.html

Be part of change

• Characterization of photonic integrated circuits and components for quantum communiaction
• Planning, preparation, execution, and documentation of experiments, system tests, and component validation
• Software programming (C++ or Python) for device control, data analysis, and simulations

What you contribute

• Full-time student of physics, communications engineering or electrical engineering with good to very good grades
• Professional commitment and motivation
• Team spirit, ability to work independently and autonomously
• Good communication skills in German and English
• Experience in one or more of the tasks (see above) is advantageous

What we offer

• A wide variety of challenging activities in a highly interesting scientific environment in the emerging field of quantum technologies
• Opportunities for writing a Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis
• Attractive salary
• Modern and excellently equipped workspace in central location
• Open and cooperative working atmosphere in an international team
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunities to work from home

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

The monthly working time is 80 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. 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.

Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI

Requisition Number: 84084 Application Deadline: 08/31/2026