Internship: Development of RF Measurements for Hardware Components

NI is one of the leading manufacturers in the field of Software Defined Radios (SDR). An important prerequisite for the stable operation of SDRs is the performance of phase-locked loops (PLL) and RF (radio frequency) front ends.

To extend the test coverage, we are looking for an electrical engineering student for our Dresden R&D site. You will be guided by an experienced mentor who will work with you on a day-to-day basis.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Create RF measurement software and hardware setups in LabVIEW and/or Python
• Run a measurement campaign to collect and analyze RF data
• Documentation of the different development phases and achieved results

Who You Are:
You are passionate about wireless technology and like to learn and work with the latest test and measurement techniques and equipment. You can manage your time well and reach out to mentors with questions to help drive progress and completion of goals and tasks. You work effectively in a group environment, problem-solve, and diagnose technical issues and propose reasonable solutions.

For this Role, You Will Need:

• Academic studies in Computer Science, Information System Technology, Electrical Engineering or comparable fields of studies (from 4th semester)
• Basic understanding of RF parameters and/or measurements
• First practical experience in programming (e.g., with Arduino, Raspberry Pi)
• Good command of spoken and written English and/or German
• Compulsory internship (duration: 5-6 months)

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience in Python
• Experience with RF measurements equipment (Signal Analyzer and Signal Generator)
• Experience in LabVIEW

Our Offer to You:

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers. We’re emphasizing a culture of togetherness – one that builds community, prioritizes collaboration and continuous improvement.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about ourCulture & Valuesand aboutDiversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson.

Moreover, our global volunteer employee resource groups will empower you to connect with peers that share the same interest, promote diversity and inclusion and positively contribute to communities around us.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and are dedicated to supporting our employees’ personal and professional needs. From competitive benefits plans and comprehensive medical care to equitable opportunities for growth and development we strive to create a workplace that is supportive and rewarding. Our work schedule aims at creating new levels of growth, build a stronger community and provide greater professional development for our employees.

Make this great opportunity yours!

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.