Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design TechnologyWhy work for Fraunhofer IPK?
There are plenty of reasons – to help you decide, here are the most important considerations regarding Fraunhofer IPK as an employer
Change starts with us!
There are plenty of reasons – to help you decide, here are the most important considerations regarding Fraunhofer IPK as an employer
»I want science AND industry.«
Our scientists work closely with many industry partners. In addition to their own research work, they can also network and gain insights into various companies and sectors.
»I'm looking for a career boost.«
Fraunhofer is a renowned name and continues to be highly regarded as Europe's leading application-oriented research organization in industry and science. Our alumni usually move directly into senior positions in the industry, where they can draw upon the networks they built during their time at Fraunhofer IPK.
»I want to do my PhD.«
At Fraunhofer IPK you can do your doctorate while working, but you don't necessarily have to. We offer state-of-the-art, diverse R&D infrastructure for your research project.
»I am looking for a job with a purpose.«
Are you looking for a meaningful job that will help you set the course for the sustainable industry of the future? At Fraunhofer IPK, everyone pulls together to make production inventive, human-centered and resource-efficient – from interns and department heads to administration and IT.
»I want space for creative development.«
You will be hard-pressed to find monotonous activities that only serve to maintain the status quo with us. Instead, we encourage our employees to get involved themselves in order to help shape the future of production.
»I want to be supported in my personal career development.«
At Fraunhofer IPK, you have access to many career programs of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft. Whether it is through target agreements for professional and personal continuing education, options for working abroad, career mentoring (including mentoring specifically for women) or prizes for excellent research − the opportunities are many and varied.
»I want to think outside the box and see the bigger picture.«
A glance at our areas of expertise reveals that the Fraunhofer IPK is very broadly based. Interdisciplinary projects give you an insight into other areas of research at the institute and beyond.
»I want stable working conditions.«
In difficult times, a reliable job can be worth a lot. We base our employment, remuneration and social benefits on the regulations of the TVöD, the collective agreement for the public sector. For example, this includes 30 days of vacation and regular collective negotiations for salary increases. In addition, we offer performance-related bonuses, a special payment at the end of the year and a corporate retirement plan.
Certified work-life balance
The Fraunhofer IPK is certified with the Fraunhofer FamilyLogo, which demonstrates the excellent work-life balance at our institute.
Diversity at Fraunhofer
The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft has signed the Charta der Vielfalt in November 2011. For us, diversity management means openly appreciating, recognizing and productively harnessing the diversity and uniqueness of all our employees. This includes equal participation and development – regardless of ethnic origin, gender, religion, ideology, disabilities, age, or sexual identity.
Stronger together: Our alumni associations
The Association of Friends of the Institute for Machine Tools and Factory Management at the TU Berlin - IWF e.V. was founded in 1974. Its mission is to promote science and research in the field of production technology at our partner institute IWF.
Since 2016, the Fraunhofer Alumni Association has provided a global network for experts across industries and disciplines.
- Visit the Fraunhofer-Alumni e.V. website (fraunhofer.de)