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.

Fraunhofer IOF develops innovative optical measurement methods and systems according to customer-specific requirements. These include imaging optical 3D measurement systems with high metrological accuracy for a wide range of applications. Measurement volumes from a few cubic centimeters to several cubic meters can be acquired with measurement frequencies of up to 55,000 3D data sets per second. Furthermore, miniaturized micro-optical imaging systems based on single-aperture and multi-aperture systems are developed. Manufacturing can be carried out on a wafer scale and directly implemented on an industrial scale.


Fraunhofer IOF also has a wide range of optical and non-optical measurement systems. Examples are interferometers using CGHs (computer generated holograms) or a computer tomograph with a resolution in the micrometer range.

Support our department "Imaging and Sensing" as a student assistant, intern or write your thesis with us.

What you will do

In the department "Imaging and Sensing", you will work on versatile research projects in the field of 3D measurement techniques, optical characterization or metrological computed tomography.
You can find more information about the research projects of the department here: Imaging and Sensing- Fraunhofer IOF.

What you bring to the table

• You are studying physics, photonics, engineering, computer science or a similar field.
• You are very interested in the above-mentioned topics
• Good command of written and spoken German and English
• Your strengths include team orientation, open-mindedness, and reliability
• A friendly and open-minded appearance rounds off your profile

What you can expect

• Valuable insights and practical experience in the context of exciting research projects
• Independent work
• Networking with first-class industry partners and research groups
• Flexible working hours for a better compatibility of studies and work experience
• Good public transport connections

To increase the chances of your unsolicited application, we ask you to submit complete documents. Please upload a letter of motivation, CV, references and details of your earliest possible start date and preferred type of employment.

Depending on the employment, remuneration is based on the general company agreement on the employment of student staff or on intern remuneration. The weekly working time for an internship and for the preparation of a thesis is 39 hours; for student assistantships it is agreed upon individually.

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.
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.

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

Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering IOF

Requisition Number: 70415