The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft currently operates 76 institutes and research facilities in Germany and is the world's leading organization for application-oriented research. Around 30,000 employees work on the annual research volume of 2.9 billion euros.  

We, the Fraunhofer Research Fabrication Battery Cell FFB, have made it our mission to become the center for the development of modern and scalable battery cell production for Germany and Europe. In doing so, we work every day to create an infrastructure that enables companies and research institutions to test, implement and optimize the near-series production of new batteries. This is how we are shaping the battery cell production of tomorrow.

In the "Business Development" group, we deal with the conception and marketing of Fraunhofer FFB's current and future range of services. In addition, the application for funding projects represents another topic area of the group. To support our group, we are looking for a dedicated student assistant to join our team with a workload of 12 hours per week as soon as possible.
 

What you do with us:

• As a student assistant, you will support our "Business Development" team in product management
• In this context, you will design new products and services to expand the Fraunhofer FFB portfolio
• In addition to the operational product design, you will also keep an eye on strategic aspects
• In addition to economic issues, you will also deal with the technical product management of the battery cell
• In addition to product management, you will also support activities in funding management for the efficient application of funding projects

What you bring with you:

• You are studying an engineering, economics or natural science subject with very good grades
• You are interested in strategic and economic issues related to battery cells and ideally have some practical experience as a student trainee in an industrial environment
• You have a strategic mindset and conceptual skills and an affinity for scientific work
• Your way of working is independent and solution-oriented
• Very good language skills in German and English as well as profound knowledge of Microsoft applications (especially PowerPoint) complete your profile

What you can expect:

• Project with lighthouse character: Through your support of our employees, you can contribute to enabling the industry for an economical and ecological production of battery cells
• Exciting insights: With us, you will gain insights into the diverse topics of Fraunhofer FFB and have the chance to specialize according to your strengths and interests
• FFB team spirit: Working together on a large project builds team spirit. We support each other in our work, and we also spend time together after work - whether in running groups, leisurely after-work laps, or during corona-free times at joint summer parties and carnival celebrations
• FFB institute culture: Our flat hierarchies enable short decision-making paths and a high degree of creative freedom
• Theory-practice transfer: We offer you ideal conditions to apply your knowledge in practice alongside your studies
• Attractive conditions: 24 vacation days, Carnival, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve as holidays as well as flexible working hours during your exam phases

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.

The weekly working time is 12 hours. The position is initially limited to 6 months. There is the possibility of an extension. Without a bachelor's degree you will receive € 12.00 per hour, with a bachelor's degree € 15.07.

With its focus on future-relevant key technologies and on the exploitation of the results in business and industry, the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft plays a central role in the innovation process. As a guide and stimulus for innovative developments and scientific excellence, it helps to shape our society and our future. 

Have we aroused your interest? Then apply online now with your application documents. We look forward to getting to know you! 

If you have any questions about the application process and employment, please contact
Daniel Sander
Personnel Officer
Phone: +49 241 8904-625

If you have any questions about the job 
Max Rettenmeier
Product Manager
Phone: +49 241 8904-680

Fraunhofer-Einrichtung Forschungsfertigung Batteriezelle FFB 

Reference number: 61854