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INTERNSHIP DETAILS

Mandatory internship in the field of machining

CompanyFraunhofer-Gesellschaft

LocationBerlin

Work ModeOn Site

PostedMarch 29, 2026

Internship Information

Core Responsibilities

As an intern, you will support various areas of manufacturing technology, particularly in mechanical processing with CNC machine tools. You will work on research and development projects, examining the state of the art and market situation, and identifying potential suppliers.

Internship Type

full time

Company Size

286

Visa Sponsorship

Language

English

Working Hours

39 hours

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About The Company

Fraunhofer IGD is the international leading institute for applied research in visual computing. Visual computing is image- and model-based information technology and includes computer graphics and computer vision, as well as virtual and augmented reality. In simple terms, the Fraunhofer researchers in Darmstadt, Rostock, and Kiel are turning information into images and extracting information from images. In cooperation with its partners, technical solutions and market-relevant products are created. Prototypes and integrated solutions are developed in accordance with customized requirements. In doing so, Fraunhofer IGD places users at the forefront, providing them with technical solutions to facilitate computer work and make it more efficient. Owing to its numerous innovations, Fraunhofer IGD raises man-machine interaction to a new level. Man is able to work in a more result-oriented and effective way by means of the computer and visual computing developments.

About the Role

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft plays a central role in the innovation process by focusing on key technologies of relevance to the future and on the utilization of the results in business and industry. As a trailblazer and driving force for innovative developments and scientific excellence, it helps to shape our society and our future.

For over 35 years, the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology in Berlin has stood for excellence in production science. We are dedicated to combining science and practice in the field of industrial production and offer application-oriented system solutions for the entire range of industrial tasks - from product development to the production process, the maintenance of capital goods and the recycling of products through to the design and management of factory operations.

In the Manufacturing Technologies department, which is part of the Production Systems division, we work on the development, provision and adaptation of production and manufacturing technologies for the manufacture of innovative products. We develop new machines and processing strategies on behalf of customers, optimize existing production systems and implement future-oriented tool concepts. Our core areas of expertise are machining technology, fine machining, cleaning and blasting processes, additive manufacturing as well as production and machine measurement technology.

What you will do

As part of the mandatory internship, you can be assigned to various areas of manufacturing technology. You will provide support in the areas of mechanical processing, in particular preparation and processing with CNC machine tools, and thus gain initial experience in industry-related research. You will work on current research and development projects and support the development of new systems and processes. To this end, you will examine the state of the art and the market situation, among other things. You will identify potential suppliers, dimension the required system components, and design them independently.

Other tasks within the scope of the mandatory internship may include:

Varied work in areas ranging from manufacturing to design and FE simulation to programming
Working on CNC machine tools
Planning, setting up, and evaluating test series
Collaborating on and supporting current research and development projects
Researching relevant topics and processing the results

What you bring to the table

studies in mechanical engineering, production engineering, information technology in mechanical engineering, or physical engineering
Strong team player and able to work independently and responsibly
Independence, determination, and a cautious and solution-oriented approach to work are your strengths
Advanced knowledge of manufacturing technology, design engineering, and automation technology
Experience with CAD/CAM and CNC machine tools is desirable
Completed vocational training or experience in the field of metal technology, metal cutting, precision engineering, or toolmaking is desirable
Confident use of MS Office programs
Confident written and spoken German and English skills

What you can expect

a great team and an open, collegial atmosphere
flexible working hours that can be combined with your studies
an exciting and varied job in a leading research institute
opportunities to work on current research projects
insight into modern technologies and innovative manufacturing processes
option to write your thesis (Bachelor/Master) in cooperation with our institute

The weekly working time is 39 hours (full-time).

Remuneration is based on the federal guidelines for internship remuneration.

The duration of the thesis depends on the requirements of your university.

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft attaches great importance to the professional equality of women and men.

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, We welcome applications from females in STEM professions.

Fraunhofer is the largest organization for application-oriented research in Europe. Our research fields are geared to people's needs: Health, Safety, Communication, Mobility, Energy and Environment. We are creative, we shape technology, we design products, we improve processes, we open up new paths.

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

If you have any questions, please contact:

Mr.
Benjamin Hein M.Sc.
E-mail: benjamin.hein@ipk.fraunhofer.de

Please apply exclusively via the recruiting portal (button "Apply now" at the bottom right).

Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology IPK

www.ipk.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 82590

Key Skills

Mechanical EngineeringProduction EngineeringInformation TechnologyPhysical EngineeringManufacturing TechnologyDesign EngineeringAutomation TechnologyCAD/CAMCNC Machine ToolsMetal TechnologyMetal CuttingPrecision EngineeringToolmakingMS OfficeGermanEnglish