Working Student – ASIC Team

Fraunhofer IIS

Working Student in the Virtual ASIC Team at Fraunhofer IIS supporting ASIC projects and customer support in the design flow and integration process. Collaborating with an international team on innovative semiconductor solutions.

Posted 7/20/2026part-timeErlangen • 🇩🇪 GermanyEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supporting customers with design flow issues and conducting Design Rule Checks (DRC) while ensuring timely submissions to semiconductor foundries. Proficient in analyzing complex technical requirements and coordinating prototype deliveries.

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Electrical EngineeringDesign Rule Checks (DRC)EDA ToolsConfident Communication in EnglishPrototype Delivery Coordination

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Hard Skills

Design Flow SupportTechnical Requirement AnalysisFabrication SubmissionPackaging SolutionsPrototype Coordination

Soft Skills

Motivation to Meet DeadlinesInterest in Supporting Users

Tools & Technologies

CadenceSynopsysSiemens

Industry Keywords

Semiconductor FoundriesElectrical EngineeringPhysics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support customers with issues in the design flow.
Run Design Rule Checks (DRC) on customer designs.
Submit verified designs for fabrication to semiconductor foundries.
Support customers in finding suitable packaging solutions.
Coordinate the delivery of prototypes to the end customer.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently studying Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
Basic experience with EDA tools (e.g. Cadence, Synopsys, or Siemens).
Interest in supporting users worldwide.
Ability to analyze complex technical requirements.
Motivation to complete tasks on time and meet foundry deadlines for timely submissions.
Confident communication in English; German skills are very welcome.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working hours that are perfectly compatible with your studies.
Open and friendly working atmosphere in which your ideas are valued.
Diverse tasks that inspire and challenge you.
Application-oriented research and putting your theoretical knowledge to practice.
Exciting and pioneering projects that make a real difference.
Opportunities to join the institute on a full-time or part-time basis after studies.
Flexible determination of working days of your fixed-term employment contract.