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# Student Assistant - Secure Software Engineering in Heilbronn

- **Company:** Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft
- **Location:** Heilbronn, Germany (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Software Debugging, Dynamic Program Analysis, Software Engineering, Software Security, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.xing.com/jobs/darmstadt-student-assistant-secure-software-engineering-heilbronn-155910323

## About the Role

* Enrolled student of computer science, IT security, or a related field
 * Solid programming skills in Java and/or C/C++
 * Background in software engineering (e.g., through lectures, internships, or participation in open source projects)
 * Knowledge of static or dynamic program analysis desirable but not mandatory
 * Good German and English skills, spoken and written
 * Ability to work in a team and interest in scientific work

## Description

* Support in research projects in the field of secure software development
 * Programming and debugging tasks (e.g., in Java or C/C++)
 * Collaboration in the analysis and preparation of research results
 * Literature research as well as support in the creation of reports and presentations
 * Opportunity to contribute to tools for the analysis and detection of software vulnerabilities


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