Student Assistant for IT Administration in the Field of »Quantum Machine Learning« (all genders)

Fraunhofer Karriere; Stuttgart; On-site; EUR 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working time models

State-of-the-art technology

Job summary

The Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO in Stuttgart seeks a reliable Student Assistant for IT Administration to support the Quantum Lab’s IT environment and teaching setups. You will handle Windows Server and Active Directory tasks, create events, and ensure security patches are applied while coordinating with the team.

On-site work is required for event preparation and maintenance; German language skills are a plus, and there is room to grow within a research-driven environment

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student in computer science, information technology, business informatics or a related field; bachelor level acceptable.
• Solid practical knowledge of Windows environments and basic understanding of networks; experience with Windows Server/AD is an advantage.
• Reliable, structured, careful work style with ability to perform recurring tasks over time.
• Available on-site for event prep and maintenance; proactive team communication.
• Good English skills; German is a plus for internal coordination meetings.

Responsibilities

• Administer the IT environment of the Quantum Lab, including Windows Server and Active Directory, local user accounts, and teaching devices.
• Prepare the lab for training programs by setting up user accounts, devices and software for each event.
• Apply security patches and maintain lab systems, coordinating steps with IT and device owners.
• Maintain inventory and support asset management processes for lab devices.
• Provide first-level technical support to trainers and colleagues during events.

Skills

Windows environments

Network basics

User administration

English language

Education

Enrolled student in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Windows Server

Active Directory

Device management

Job description

The » Quantum Machine Learning « team at Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO in Stuttgart conducts research on quantum computing-based data processing and develops machine learning methods in support of quantum technologies. The team is part of flaQship, the Fraunhofer Lab for applied quantum computing Stuttgart-Heilbronn, which unites the expertise of Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO and the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA. Within flaQship, the research area Quantum Service Engineering and High-Performance Computing focus on making quantum computing usable as service-oriented applications, on integrating quantum resources into existing IT workflows, and on operating the laboratory and High-Performance computing infrastructure on which our research, trainings and demonstrators rely.

To ensure the smooth operation of our Quantum Lab, which consists of the Quantum Software Lab and the Quantum Hardware Lab and hosts our training programs, demonstrations and visits, we are looking for a reliable Student Assistant for IT Administration.

Be part of change

• You administer the IT environment of the Quantum Lab, including Windows Server and Active Directory, local user accounts, the mini-PCs and the displays used for teaching and demonstrations
• You prepare the lab for training programs, workshops and visits by setting up user accounts, devices and software according to the requirements of each event, and you support the setup and operation of our teaching demonstrators during these events
• You apply security patches and carry out maintenance tasks announced by the institute's IT department, keep all lab systems up to date and compliant, and coordinate the necessary steps with the team and the respective device holders
• You maintain the inventory of lab devices and assets and support the associated documentation and asset management processes
• You provide first-level technical support to trainers and colleagues before and during events held in the Quantum Lab

What You Contribute

• You are an enrolled student, for example in computer science, information technology, business informatics or a related field; a bachelor's level is sufficient for this position
• You have solid practical knowledge of Windows environments and a basic understanding of networks and user administration; first experience with Windows Server, Active Directory or device management is an advantage
• You work in a reliable, structured and careful manner and are able to carry out recurring tasks consistently over a longer period
• You are available on site for event preparation and maintenance work and communicate proactively with the team
• You have good English skills; German language skills are an advantage, as some internal coordination meetings are held in German
• You are interested in quantum computing and in supporting its presentation to students, companies and visitors

What We Offer

You can expect challenging and varied tasks in an innovative research environment. We also offer you:

• Insights into application-oriented research and current, innovative topics
• A pleasant working atmosphere in a motivated team
• Equal opportunities, accessibility, and diversity
• Responsible tasks that will help you develop your skills
• State-of-the‑art technology and working environment
• Flexible working time models
• Transparent and fair remuneration
• Connection to our student network
• Sports facilities at the University of Stuttgart

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. Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

• The monthly working time are 40 hours.
• The position is initially limited to one year. Longer-term employment is desirable.
• Remuneration according to the general works agreement for employing assistant staff.

If you have any questions about this position, please contact:

Mr. Syed Mustafa Ahmed

Phone [phone]

Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO

www.iao.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 85999 Application Deadline: 11/30/2026