As Austria's largest research and technology organisation for applied research, we have set ourselves the goal of making substantial contributions to solving the major challenges of our time, climate change and digitalisation. To achieve our goals, we rely on our specific research, development and technology competencies, which are the basis of our commitment to excellence in all areas. With our open culture of innovation and our motivated, international teams, we are working to position AIT as Austria's leading research institution at the highest international level and to make a positive contribution to the economy and society.

Our Center for Digital Safety & Security located in Vienna invites applications for an internship. Our experts from the Center for Digital Safety & Security are developing state-of-the-art information and communication technologies to ensure that our systems are highly secure and reliable in the context of comprehensive digitalisation and global networking – Hereby we focus on a variety of key technologies like Distributed IT Systems, Internet of Things, IoT, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain Technologies, Quantum & Photonic Technologies, Wireless Systems (6G) and Digital solutions for crisis & disaster management.

Our Research Field Quantum Key Distribution, within the Competence Unit "Optical Quantum Technologies", has been leading large European research projects in the field of quantum cryptography since 2004 and specialises in applied research of new methods to exploit the physical properties of optical media and use quantum effects to increase digital security.

• Under the guidance of our interdisciplinary team, you will help to design a PC-Interface for an existing analog TEC (Thermoelectric Cooler) controller.
• You will specifically support us with:
  • the analysis of the existing analog TEC controller and identification of components, signal paths, and PC interface options;
  • the selection and integration of a suitable microcontroller and definition of its interface to the analog circuit;
  • the design a compact, reliable PCB combining µC and TEC controller;

• • the development of firmware for control and PC communication via SCPI;
  • Testing, validation, and refinement of the complete system (hardware + firmware).

• You will have the opportunity to discuss your work experiences and results with experienced scientific peers and to connect with other bachelor’s, master’s or PhD students.