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
Working Student - Generative AI & Agentic Engineering (f/m/d)

Fixed-term contract for 12 months—15 hours per week

 

Are you passionate about Generative AI, agentic systems, and modern software development? Do you want to do more than just talk about AI and actively contribute to innovative solutions? Then join our team! Together, we explore and develop the use of generative AI in product development and drive forward innovative ideas. You will work on both strategic topics that shape the future and practical solutions for everyday development work.

 

YOUR TASKS:

  • Evaluate, implement, and document AI agents based on LangGraph and related frameworks
  • Research and evaluate emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and tools in the fields of Generative AI and Agentic AI
  • Help further develop agentic systems and the associated ecosystem of tools and agents
  • Contribute to the integration, operation, and maintenance of existing AI solutions
  • Support the organization, delivery, and follow-up of workshops and other team activities
  • Compile best practices, findings, and use cases and share them with the team
  • Help maintain backlogs, technical documentation, and knowledge management resources

 

YOUR PROFILE:

  • Studying Computer Science, Technical Computer Science, Embedded Systems, Data Science, or a comparable technical degree program
  • Interest in generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), Agentic AI, and modern software development
  • Initial programming experience, ideally in Python or C++; knowledge of Git is an advantage
  • Basic knowledge of embedded software development, for example with Linux-based systems, microcontrollers, or real-time systems, is an advantage
  • Initial experience with AI frameworks and current AI tools is desirable
  • Curiosity about new technologies and enthusiasm for experimentation and independent learning
  • Structured and independent approach to work
  • Good command of German and English
Information at a Glance
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Posting Start Date:  10/13/26
Requisition-ID:  38269
Posting Job Location:  Waldkirch (near Freiburg)
Full-time/Part-time:  Part-time
Contract Type:  Temporary

Contact: Sarah Disch

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.