Student Assistent Next Generation 6G Mobile Communication

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft fraunhofer.de Open · verified Sep 18, 2026

Berlin Junior Communications

Entry-level Communications role at Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft. Berlin.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Investigate channel coding, IoT, and low-latency communication
Develop transmission methods, protocols, and cross-layer improvements for 6G
Support submissions to relevant standardization bodies
Create prototype simulations using machine learning to improve latency, reliability, and energy use

What you bring

You’re studying communications or electrical engineering, computer science, or a related subject at a German university
Bring basic knowledge of signal processing and LTE/5G PHY and MAC procedures
Understand core mathematical concepts and can program at a basic level in C++, Python, MATLAB, or R
Show creative thinking, clear communication, teamwork, and strong spoken and written English

Who this fits

You’ll suit a student interested in research, emerging communication technologies, and collaborative work in an international team. The role is based in Berlin and initially runs for one year, with an extension explicitly desired. Work is set at eighty hours per month, with part-time availability and options to work from home.

From the employer

Future. Discover. Together.
Excellent research and innovation are at the center of the work of the HHI - Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications. We are a world leader in researching mobile and optical communication networks and systems, as well as machine learning, computer vision and compressing digital videos. Join our scientific team in the multimedia communications group in a key position in the field of research and standardization for the next generation 6G mobile communication standard. Become a part of our team and join us on our journey of research and innovation!

Be part of change

Research in the fields of channel coding, Internet of Things (IoT), and low latency communication
Development of new transmission schemes, protocols and cross-layer optimizations and support contributions to relevant standardization bodies for 6G
Implementation of prototypes involving simulations and machine learning techniques to optimize for latency, reliability, and energy efficiency

What you contribute

You are a student in Communications/Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar fields at a German university
Basic knowledge of signal processing, communication and LTE/5G PHY/MAC layer procedures
A good understanding of mathematical concepts
Basic knowledge in programming, e.g. C++, Python, MATLAB, R
Creative thinking and interest for novel technologies
Good communication skills and teamwork spirit
Excellent spoken and written English

What we offer

Fascinating challenges in a scientific and entrepreneurial setting
Attractive salary
Modern and excellently equipped workspace in central location
Great and cooperative working atmosphere in an international team
Flexible working hours
Opportunities to work from home

The position is initially limited to 1 year. An extension is explicitly desired.

The monthly working time is 80 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. 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. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities.

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.

Ready for a change? Then apply now and make a difference! Once we have received your online application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt. We will then get back to you as soon as possible and let you know what happens next.

Baris Göktepe

baris.goektepe@hhi.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI

www.hhi.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 84025 Application Deadline: 10/01/2026