Intern focusing on next generation material sensing systems (m/f/d)

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At our location in Kaiserslautern, you will find our European Technology Center, which is part of the global John Deere research network. 250 employees investigate future trends and develop technologies in the field of mobile agriculture and construction machinery in close cooperation with various research institutes. Together we develop and distribute innovative products and services in the field of precision agriculture. #wearekaiserslautern 

Our department Enterprise Sensing Systems is looking from October 1st, 2026, for 6 months for an

Intern focusing on next generation material sensing systems (m/f/d) 

You will be working as part of a global highly motivated team discovering new solutions for material flow sensing system within Agricultural machines. Your work will support global engineering teams on their quest for more accurate, reliable and cost-effective sensing systems. We are evaluating different physical principles concerning their capabilities to detect and characterize materials, set up simulations, perform lab tests and develop concepts for vehicle integration. Execution is heavily supported by AI tools throughout the whole development process.

What You’ll Get:

• Insight into the activities of a global organization and an international working environment


• attractive compensation package


• flexible and modern work as well as development and further training opportunities


• 35 hours/ week


• creative freedom in the implementation of projects and good supervision


• discounted lunch in the cafeteria

Your Responsibilities:

• Compile requirements for targeted sensing system


• Search for potential sensing systems and select solutions to be evaluated


• Setup and execute system discovery including system architecture, hardware integration and software development


• Analyze data and compile reports


• Communication of results in international team setting

What Skills You Need:

• Student in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or similar


• Programming skills like Python, MATLAB or similar


• Experience with AI tools


• Language skills in English


• High level of self-motivation, initiative, and ability to work effectively in a team

Not everyone can claim that their work contributes to the fundamental needs of the world's growing population. At John Deere, you can! 

As a leading global machinery manufacturer, we produce technologically advanced agricultural, forestry, construction, lawn and grounds care equipment. In recent years, we have developed the company into a more technology focused business. Share with us, our vision of a farm of the future, based on artificial intelligence, automation and connectivity to sustainably feed and shelter our growing world. #leapforward  

No matter who you are - you are welcome at John Deere! We firmly believe that diversity and inclusion make us even stronger. If you can identify yourself with this - then we look forward to receiving your online application in English language! 

This internship will be based in Kaiserslautern If you are interested in this internship, we are looking forward to your application including Curriculum Vitae, desired period/duration of internship & earliest possible start date, Certificates, University enrollment certificate and Overview of marks/grades & academic regulations/ examination regulations or internship guidelines.

John Deere Kaiserslautern

Human Resources

Lena Schatz

Additional Information:

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