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 and headquartered in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg, the company is a technology and market leader with 63 subsidiaries and affiliates as well as numerous agencies around the globe. SICK has more than 10,000 employees worldwide and generated a group revenue of EUR 1.8 billion in the 2025 fiscal year.
Job Description
Mandatory Internship: Validation of 2D/3D safety sensors

Summer Semester 2027 – fixed term of 3–6 months

 

The internship is based in the development department responsible for SICK’s safe 2D and 3D sensors. You will join the “Verification & Validation” team, with a focus on the “Validation” area. You will support the team in designing, developing and conducting customer-oriented validation tests for new product development and change projects. During the internship, you will independently work on a specific validation topic.

 

YOUR TASKS:

  • You develop new customer-oriented validation tests for 2D safety laser scanners and safe 3D cameras.

  • You conduct validation tests with 2D safety laser scanners and safe 3D cameras.

  • You develop a PC tool for new automated test evaluation methods.

  • You perform automated and semi-automated test evaluations.

  • You create test specifications and test instructions for newly developed tests.

  • You document test results in test reports.

 

YOUR PROFILE:

  • Studies in electrical engineering, (technical) computer science, mechatronics or a comparable field

  • Proficiency in MATLAB and knowledge of Python or a comparable high-level programming language

  • Technical interest in 2D and 3D sensor technology

  • Good command of English

  • Empathetic personality and enjoyment of working in interdisciplinary teams

  • Structured, solution-oriented and independent approach to work, combined with a strong quality mindset

  • Creativity and an innovative mindset when developing solutions
Information at a Glance
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Posting Start Date:  11/11/26
Requisition-ID:  38358
Posting Job Location:  Waldkirch (near Freiburg)
Full-time/Part-time:  Full-time

Contact: Sarah Disch

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At SICK, we value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people. This enriches us as an organization. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect and stand firmly against any form of discrimination.