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TRUMPF

Corporate venture capital for deep-tech

Thesis in Laser Material Processing of Transparent Materials with Novel Intern

Process EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Internship · Spring 2027Ditzingen, GermanyNo salary listedHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • A study background in Physics, Optics, Engineering, or a comparable program or qualification.
  • Prior laboratory experience with lasers and optics is ideal.
  • Initial programming knowledge in Python or MATLAB and excellent Microsoft Office skills.
  • Very good proficiency in English or German.
  • An analytical and conceptual mindset, with a structured and independent working style.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze the time-resolved light-material interaction in transparent materials using pump-probe microscopy.
  • Support the optical and mechanical implementation of novel laser concepts for laser glass cutting.
  • Validate optical concepts by testing newly developed optical systems in practice.
  • Develop and analyze new processing methods concerning laser parameters and beam-shaping concepts, and evaluate them independently.
  • Work on material processing with modern ultrashort-pulse lasers as part of the predevelopment team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior laboratory experience with lasers and optics.

About the Company

TRUMPF

Corporate venture capital for deep-tech

TRUMPF Venture is the corporate venture capital unit of the TRUMPF Group. It invests globally in early-stage deep-tech startups that complement or are adjacent to TRUMPF’s core business. The selection criteria include strategic fit, high innovation leverage, differentiating technology or business model, an experienced management team, and a path to risk-appropriate financial returns. Its approach combines funding with strategic collaboration, giving portfolio companies access to TRUMPF’s resources, customers, and manufacturing capabilities to accelerate scale. The company differentiates itself by focusing on strategic alignment with TRUMPF, global reach, and a disciplined, value-adding partnership model rather than mere financial investment. The goal is to back startups that can strengthen TRUMPF’s technology landscape and create financially attractive outcomes for both sides.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
$498.6M
Headquarters
Ditzingen, Germany
Founded
2016

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