Internship: 6G Wireless Communications Prototyping

As an enrolled student of electrical engineering or related field of study, you’ll become part of our research team and help us to investigate and prototype 6G wireless systems. The focus is on new upcoming technologies like integrated sensing and communication (ISAC), non-terrestrial communication, and/or machine learning techniques as part of the wireless transmission system. Depending on your abilities, you’ll extend the existing prototyping system and conduct experiments to verify and quantify new ideas.

The deployment of 5G is ongoing, and the focus of researchers in academia and industry is already shifting to the 6th generation of wireless communications. The focus is on new upcoming technologies like e.g. integrated sensing and communication (ISAC), non-terrestrial communication, and/or machine learning techniques as part of the wireless transmission system. As with 5G, NI wants to be on the leading edge and is preparing for the next technology wave.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Working on a prototyping system for 6G Wireless Communications Research
• Plan, set up, and conduct measurement campaigns and experiments
• Implement compelling demonstrators and Proof of Concepts for 6G communication systems to be showcased at conferences  
   

Who You Are:You work effectively in a group environment, solve problems, diagnose technical issues and propose reasonable solutions. You prepare content for communication that is impactful and reach out to mentors with questions to help drive progress and completion of goals and tasks. You are passionate about wireless technology and like to learn and work with the latest test and measurement techniques and equipment. 
 For This Role, You Will Need:

• Ongoing academic studies in electrical engineering or computer science with a focus on communication systems (from 5th semester)
• Good knowledge in  
  • Linux, Python, and C programming
  • Digital signal processing (e.g., OFDM)
  • Wireless Communications
• Interest in hands-on experimentation and prototyping
• Self-organized and structured working style
• Good command of spoken and written English and/or German
• Availability for 6 months starting in October 2026
• This internship must be a mandatory part of your studies 
   

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Basic knowledge in Machine Learning, or ISAC, or non-terrestrial communication
   

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

We attach great importance to your development, so we want to make sure that you not only find a challenging job with us, but also a workplace that is supportive and rewarding. You'll receive structured onboarding as well as dedicated support from professional mentors.  

Practical expertise imparted:

• Experience in improving technology day by day
• Get insight into how day-to-day business looks like for an engineer  
• Work in an international R&D team  

In addition, you can expect a variety of attractive employee benefits:

• Fair compensation
• Flexible working hours
• Team events and free drinks, fruits, and veggies

We are committed to providing an inclusive, open, and welcoming workplace environment for people, helping all to make the most of their professional potential.

 

Are you interested?

If so, we look forward to receiving your application via our application portal, including motivation letter, CV, compulsory internship certificate from your university internship or examination office, most recent certificates and grade transcripts.

National Instruments Dresden GmbH

Ms. Nataliia Verbylo

Am Waldschloesschen 2

01099 Dresden

Germany