IT Analytics Tools Market Evaluation Thesis Intern
About the job
- The candidate is studying (business) computer science, industrial engineering, business administration with a technology focus, or a related degree program at bachelor's or master's level.
- First exposure to enterprise architecture and process management is advantageous.
- The candidate works analytically and in a structured manner, and is interested in translating complex topics into clear models and tables.
- Very good German and good English skills, spoken and written, are required.
- Refine the problem and target vision and derive research questions.
- Structure and clearly define a vendor-neutral functional landscape.
- Design and iteratively refine an evaluation framework using a methodology of the candidate's choice.
- Obtain practical feedback through interviews, surveys, or desk research to validate the framework.
- Condense findings into clear decision documents, including a summary, checklist, and matrix.
- First exposure to enterprise architecture and process management.
About the company
FIR an der RWTH Aachen is a cross-industry research and training institute at RWTH Aachen University that focuses on organizational design and corporate IT to help create digitally networked companies. It conducts research and transfers solutions in real-world industry use cases such as Future Logistics, Smart Services/Maintenance, Smart Buildings, and Smart Mobility. It supports companies by researching, qualifying, and teaching in service management, information management, and production management, working with industry experts in a rigorous experimental research infrastructure. As a member of the German Federation of Industrial Research Associations, its goal is to provide practical, scientifically grounded knowledge and tools to help organizations transform and stay competitive in a digital economy.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
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Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
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Founded
1953
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- TuWAs workshops in June-July 2026 show strong demand for practical AI adoption.
- CBA Aachen 2026 expanded with a new success-story award and Bosch, Jungheinrich finalists.
- EDIH Rheinland sessions in September 2026 widen FIR's regional enterprise pipeline.
What critics are saying
- FIR depends on public project funding, including EU and federal ministries.
- Automotive supplier transformation events in October 2026 signal client pain, not stable demand.
- If RWTH or ministries reprioritize AI and manufacturing grants, FIR's model weakens fast.
What makes FIR an der RWTH Aachen unique
- FIR an der RWTH Aachen combines applied research with industry transfer and training.
- Wolfgang Boos joined WZL in May 2026, linking FIR to RWTH production management.
- Its long-running, neutral convening platform CBA Aachen attracts manufacturers, IT vendors, and policymakers.
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Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Options