Student Assistant Marketing/ Communication

Future. Discover. Together. 

The research work of the Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications - HHI focuses on excellent research and innovation. We are world leaders in the research of mobile and optical communication networks and systems as well as machine learning, computer vision and the compression of digital video. As part of the Sustainet project, we are developing sustainable, energy-efficient network technologies that drive the digital and green transformation. The goal is to create innovative solutions that enable an environmentally friendly and high-performance digital infrastructure—from 5G networks to smart grids that integrate renewable energy. The project is supported by several leading partners from industry and research who are working together on solutions for sustainable network infrastructure. Become a part of our team and join us on our journey of research and innovation!

 

What you will do

• Creation of news articles, press releases, and social media posts for science communication
• Development and implementation of content management, regular formats: e.g., introducing our researchers, promoting events, raising awareness of awards
• Community management: increasing engagement with our followers, trend analysis in science communication
• Evaluation and optimization of social media activities
• Video editing, motion design for infographics, etc.

 

What you bring to the table

• Excellent written communication skills and the ability to present complex scientific content in a clear and audience-appropriate manner
• Experience in content management, particularly in the development and implementation of regular content formats
• Expertise in community management: an eye for trends in science communication and the ability to boost interaction and engagement on social media
• Analytical skills for evaluating and optimizing social media activities, including the use of monitoring and analysis tools
• Creativity and technical understanding of video editing and motion design, particularly for the creation of infographics and visual content
• Proficiency with digital tools and platforms, a structured approach to work, and an understanding of target audiences and communication goals in science communication are advantageous

 

What you can expect

• Extremely interesting challenges in a scientific and at the same time entrepreneurial environment
• Attractive salary
• Modern and well-equipped workplace in a central location
• Good and very 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 weekly working time is up to 20 hours. 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!
 

 

 

 

 

Dr.-Ing Dominic Schulz, MBA

Head of Business Development and Strategy 

Telefon: + 49 30 31002 694

E-Mail: dominic.schulz@hhi.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI 

www.hhi.fraunhofer.de 

 

Requisition Number: 84192                Application Deadline: 05/31/2025