Job Description
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research institutions throughout Germany and is the world’s leading applied research organization. Around 30 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 2.9 billion euros. The Fraunhofer - Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF in Jena conducts applied research in the field of photonics and develops innovative optical systems to control light - from its generation and manipulation to its application. The services offered by the institute cover the entire photonic process chain ranging from opto-mechanical and opto-electronical system design to the manufacturing of customer-specific solutions and prototypes. For our department »Emerging Technologies«, we are seeking highly motivated research students to join the »Quantum Communication Technologies« group. Research in the group focuses on applied quantum technologies - from methods for generating and manipulating quantum states of light, to system-level applications in quantum communication and remote sensing. Our goal is to transfer quantum technologies from the laboratory to applications in fiber networks and long-distance satellite links. We are looking for an APPLIED RESEARCH STUDENT with interest in experimental physics, optical communications, or quantum science to support our team in a research project related to:
Responsibilities + Skills
Depending on the employment, remuneration is based on the general company agreement on the employment of student staff or on intern remuneration. Working hours are agreed upon on an individual basis.
Education
Opportunity to work in challenging R&D projectsCollegial, open-minded and friendly communityFlexible hours that allow you to balance studies and on-site experience
Experience
