Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft

Fraunhofer in a nutshell

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft was founded in 1949. Today, it is one of Europe's leading research institutions, with some 32,000 employees and more than 75 institutes. With a total business volume of 3.6 billion euros, we make vital contributions to science and industry.

Fraunhofer offers careers with impact

What will the mobility of the future be like? How can we ensure cybersecurity and data protection in a connected world? How do we design sustainable urban spaces? How can we make the energy transition a success? How do we enhance the security of critical infrastructure? How can innovations in technology improve healthcare?

Our researchers and experts tackle the most exciting topics of our times. Together, they question the status quo across a host of different scientific disciplines in a quest for answers that drive real change — for a better society and a sustainable economy.

Fraunhofer brings together the best and the brightest in the fields of engineering, computer science and physical and life sciences with top-notch experts in administration and technology to form a strong, first-class team. We strive for change that paves the way for the future. And with you, those changes can become reality!