SICK is one of the world’s leading solutions providers for sensor-based applications in the industrial sector. Founded in 1946 by Dr.-Ing. e. h. Erwin Sick, the company with headquarters in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg ranks among the technological market leaders. With 63 subsidiaries and equity investments as well as numerous agencies, SICK maintains a presence around the globe. SICK has more than 10,000 employees worldwide and generated a group revenue of EUR 2.1 billion in the 2024 fiscal year.

SICK is one of the world’s leading solutions providers for sensor-based applications in the industrial sector. Founded in 1946 by Dr.-Ing. e. h. Erwin Sick, the company with headquarters in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg ranks among the technological market leaders. With 63 subsidiaries and equity investments as well as numerous agencies, SICK maintains a presence around the globe. SICK has more than 10,000 employees worldwide and generated a group revenue of EUR 2.1 billion in the 2024 fiscal year.

Thesis: Conception of a collaborative trend radar based on existing low-code tools*

Thesis: Conception of a collaborative trend radar based on existing low-code tools*

SICK AG
SICK AG

Reute (bei Freiburg), DE, 79276

Reute (bei Freiburg), DE, 79276

Full-time
Full-time

Winter Semester 2025/26 - Limited to 3-6 Months


Our Challenge: In a rapidly changing world and with the fast-developing technologies, keeping track and making the right decisions can be challenging. This thesis describes the development of a trend and technology radar for the systematic analysis and evaluation of trends in various areas of the Intelligent Supply Network. The goal is to design and create a prototype trend and innovation tool for our decentralized Supply Network, based on existing technologies and tools. This tool will help identify, evaluate, and continuously monitor trends and technologies to make informed decisions and seize innovation opportunities.


YOUR TASKS:

  • Conduct literature research on trend analysis and trend management.
  • Analyze various approaches to trend analysis in the field of Intelligent Supply Network.
  • Statistically evaluate the collected data.
  • Develop a concrete proposal for a distributed trend radar.
  • Be responsible for the detailed documentation of the work results.


YOUR PROFILE:

  • You are studying Business Informatics, Engineering, Business Administration, Technology Management, Information Management, Data Science, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable field.
  • You have an interest in innovation, strategy, agility, and data.
  • You bring experience and enthusiasm for production, purchasing, and logistics.
  • (Very) good English skills.
  • Your independent and structured working style is a key strength.
  • Your strong teamwork and communication skills complete your profile.

 

YOUR APPLICATION:

  • We are looking forward to your online application
  • Sarah Disch
  • Job-ID 36794 
  • All applications will be treated confidentially

 

*At SICK, we see people, not gender. 

We put great emphasis on diversity, reject discrimination and do not think in categories such as gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, age or sexual identity.

Stichworte: Abschlussarbeit 

Winter Semester 2025/26 - Limited to 3-6 Months


Our Challenge: In a rapidly changing world and with the fast-developing technologies, keeping track and making the right decisions can be challenging. This thesis describes the development of a trend and technology radar for the systematic analysis and evaluation of trends in various areas of the Intelligent Supply Network. The goal is to design and create a prototype trend and innovation tool for our decentralized Supply Network, based on existing technologies and tools. This tool will help identify, evaluate, and continuously monitor trends and technologies to make informed decisions and seize innovation opportunities.


YOUR TASKS:

  • Conduct literature research on trend analysis and trend management.
  • Analyze various approaches to trend analysis in the field of Intelligent Supply Network.
  • Statistically evaluate the collected data.
  • Develop a concrete proposal for a distributed trend radar.
  • Be responsible for the detailed documentation of the work results.


YOUR PROFILE:

  • You are studying Business Informatics, Engineering, Business Administration, Technology Management, Information Management, Data Science, Supply Chain Management, or a comparable field.
  • You have an interest in innovation, strategy, agility, and data.
  • You bring experience and enthusiasm for production, purchasing, and logistics.
  • (Very) good English skills.
  • Your independent and structured working style is a key strength.
  • Your strong teamwork and communication skills complete your profile.

 

YOUR APPLICATION:

  • We are looking forward to your online application
  • Sarah Disch
  • Job-ID 36794 
  • All applications will be treated confidentially

 

*At SICK, we see people, not gender. 

We put great emphasis on diversity, reject discrimination and do not think in categories such as gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, age or sexual identity.

Stichworte: Abschlussarbeit 

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:

Attractive Remuneration: Internships and theses are attractively remunerated at SICK. 
  
Mobile Work: Students can work remotely as far as their tasks permit. 
  
Flexible Working Hours: The weekly working time is 35 hours with the possibility of compensating overtime with time off. 
  
Subsidised Regional Meals and Free Drinks: Students receive an additional 50% discount in our company restaurants. 
  
Welcome Event and Networking: ‘Welcome @ SICK’ and regular networking opportunities to meet other students. 
  
Training: Wide range of trainings via the Sensor Intelligence Academy. 
  
Support in Finding Accommodation: SICK supports students in their search for accommodation at the Freiburg and Waldkirch locations. 
  
Wide Range of Sports and Hansefit: For an attractive monthly fee, you can use over 8,500 different fitness and leisure facilities throughout Germany. 
 

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WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:

  • Attractive Remuneration
  • Mobile Work
  • Flexible Working Hours
  • Subsidised Food & Free Drinks
  • Welcome Event & Networking
  • Training & Development
  • Support in Finding Accommodation


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