Merck KGaA Posted August 15, 2026

Working Student (all genders)

Darmstadt, Hessen, Germany FULL_TIME

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About this opportunity

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

We are looking for a Working Student (all genders) to join the M-Trust™ team within the company's Science & Technology Office. As part of a passionate, global team focused on innovation, you will actively contribute to one of the company's most exciting and forward-looking proprietary technologies.

This is a unique opportunity to make your mark. You will play an active part in the transition of M-Trust™ from beta to a fully launched product, working in close collaboration with the Life Science business and contributing directly to a high-tech platform that is redefining supply chain quality on a global scale. M-Trust™ is the company's first-to-market, secure trust platform that immutably links the physical and digital worlds to ensure product authenticity, traceability, and quality assurance across highly regulated industries. Your contributions will have a tangible impact: helping to bring a groundbreaking innovation to market, strengthening the company's presence in the digital trust space, and supporting the implementation of the EU Digital Product Passport, one of the most significant regulatory shifts shaping global supply chains today.

If you are ready to grow, take ownership, and be part of a team that is building tomorrow's technology today, we would love to hear from you.

Your Role:

Support the further development of in-house hardware devices, work hands-on with embedded systems, PCBs, and electronic prototypes

Debug firmware issues on existing and new devices and analyze and troubleshoot hardware-related problems

Perform functional, integration, and reliability testing, document test results, bugs, and technical findings

Assist in prototype setup, bring-up, and validation

Contribute to improvements in device performance and stability

Support PCB design tasks and hardware optimization

Support the evaluation and development of new device ideas

Your Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Computer Science, or a related field

Strong interest in embedded hardware, firmware development, and PCB design

First experience with microcontrollers, embedded systems, or electronics development

Basic programming skills in C, C++, or Python

Basic understanding of electronics, schematics, and PCB layouts

Self-motivated and eager to learn

Responsible and reliable way of working

Structured, independent, and hands-on mindset

Familiarity with lab tools like oscilloscopes, multimeters, or logic analyzers

Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team

Fluency in German (C1) is required, and good communication skills in English (B2) are advantageous.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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Darmstadt, Hessen, Germany
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