Über diese International Fellowship Program - Engineering Stelle bei Phoenix Contact
Together, we are creating a sustainable world based on our passion for technology and innovation - we are searching for people who share this purpose with us to join our International Fellowship Program based at our headquarters in Blomberg, Germany.
In this role you will join a 2-year master program in Information Technology at TH OWL University of Applied Sciences and Arts starting October 2026. During and between semesters, you will have chance to work on real life projects with our research and development teams from the very beginning while being supported on a guided development journey. Upon completion of the program, you will return to the US in a role within our team.
What you can expect
- A fully funded 2 years full-time master study with a global industry leading company, including a scholarship, a sponsorship for the tuition fees and a paid working student contract throughout the master study.
- Work approx. 19 hours/week while in school and approx. 35 hours/week while on breaks.
- Full benefit package available through our German subsidiary.
- 2 years working experience abroad in Germany for a global acting company.
- Full time role at Phoenix Contact US after graduation.
- Praxis experience with selected business areas during and between semesters, together with a master thesis in cooperation with our company.
- Support in helping you develop professionally, both hard and soft skills, through mentorship, workshops, on-the-job learning, etc.
- Variety of networking events to get to know your peers and colleagues.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or another closely related field of study.
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (transcripts required).
- Ability to obtain US Passport.
- Willingness to live, learn and work in Germany for at least two years.
- Must meet Germany Student Visa eligibility requirements.
- Keen interest in pursuing a career in Automation Development and passionate about offering solutions for business.
- You work collaboratively, enjoy working in an environment of friendliness and honesty.
- You are self-driven, adaptive to change, and think analytically.
- You are ready to being engaged in both student and working life in an intercultural context.
- Working experience in a relevant area is preferable.
- Knowledge in German language is recommended.
Phoenix Contact is committed to the diversity of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
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