Student Assistant in Laser Functionalization of Thin Films (all genders)

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft · Aachen · 12 to 16 hours a week

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Still open on 2 Nov

You apply on the company's own website.

Key facts

Pay: Pay follows a fixed agreement for student helpers
Hours: 12 to 16 hours a week
Duration: 12 months; You can stay longer during your studies
Where you work: At the company
Subject you study: Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics
Apply by: 25 Nov 2026

You support the preparation and execution of experiments as part of your student assistant work
In the chemistry lab you carefully prepare samples and help with other lab work as it comes up
After appropriate instruction, you work with class 4 lasers and multi-axis systems
You support sample production with inkjet printers for metallic nanoparticles and dispensers for polymer insulation layers
For sample analysis you use light microscopy, profilometry, 4-point measurements and cross-section analyses, among others, and document the results with Excel, Python or Origin and PowerPoint

You are enrolled in a degree programme such as mechanical engineering, materials science, materials engineering, electrical engineering, chemistry, physics or a comparable field
You are interested in technical questions and work responsibly, carefully, independently and in a structured way
You have already gained first practical experience in independently carrying out and clearly documenting laboratory experiments
Knowledge of laser technology, working with CNC machines or Python is an advantage, but not a requirement

Team spirit: Creative and interdisciplinary working environment, highly motivated team with experts, flat hierarchies and first-name culture.
Workplace: Excellent equipment of machines and devices.
Influence: Independent project work and room for innovative ideas in applied research.
Work-life balance: Benefit from flexible working hours based on trust.
Development opportunities: You have the chance for individual development through a wide range of training offers.
Perks: Chance to benefit from attractive corporate benefits.
Commute: Good transport links, parking directly in front of the institute, an EV charging station and a parking garage.
Perspectives: The option to write your thesis.

You support the preparation and execution of experiments as part of your student assistant work
In the chemistry lab you carefully prepare samples and help with other lab work as it comes up
After appropriate instruction, you work with class 4 lasers and multi-axis systems
You support sample production with inkjet printers for metallic nanoparticles and dispensers for polymer insulation layers
For sample analysis you use light microscopy, profilometry, 4-point measurements and cross-section analyses, among others, and document the results with Excel, Python or Origin and PowerPoint

You are enrolled in a degree programme such as mechanical engineering, materials science, materials engineering, electrical engineering, chemistry, physics or a comparable field
You are interested in technical questions and work responsibly, carefully, independently and in a structured way
You have already gained first practical experience in independently carrying out and clearly documenting laboratory experiments
Knowledge of laser technology, working with CNC machines or Python is an advantage, but not a requirement

Team spirit: Creative and interdisciplinary working environment, highly motivated team with experts, flat hierarchies and first-name culture.
Workplace: Excellent equipment of machines and devices.
Influence: Independent project work and room for innovative ideas in applied research.
Work-life balance: Benefit from flexible working hours based on trust.
Development opportunities: You have the chance for individual development through a wide range of training offers.
Perks: Chance to benefit from attractive corporate benefits.
Commute: Good transport links, parking directly in front of the institute, an EV charging station and a parking garage.
Perspectives: The option to write your thesis.