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10 good reasons to work for Fraunhofer ...

  • Popular employer
    In 2007, students voted the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Germany’s fourth most popular employer.

  • Good reputation
    All employees are well-qualified and take a problem-oriented approach to their work.

  • People skills
    Every individual is a team member – this promotes social skills and encourages communication, particularly where flat hierarchies are the norm.

  • Research freedom 
    Assuming they fall within the overarching framework of research policy guidelines and the Institute’s general orientation, ideas can be turned into products, theories into practice.

  • Qualification for a professional role
    Graduates can qualify for a responsible position in industry in an application-oriented working environment. Fraunhofer’s Institutes work closely with this sector and each year an average of ten percent of staff move across to industry.

  • Doctorate subjects
    Projects provide good doctorate subjects.

  • Continuing education
    Fraunhofer invests money in qualification through continuing education. eLearning, vocational training and continuing professional development seminars are designed and organized for all employees.

  • Good working conditions
    New entrant surveys say it all: best laboratory equipment, excellent working atmosphere, attractive assignments, high level of personal responsibility and measures to ensure a healthy work-life balance.

  • Springboard into self-employment
    Fraunhofer helps provide advice, equipment and support to staff wishing to enter self-employment.


(Source: FOCUS-CAMPUS 8/2007)