Internship Uncrewed and Autonomous Systems 1
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- Veröffentlicht:21 September 2024
- Pensum:80 – 100%
- Vertrag:Praktikum
- Arbeitsort:Washington
Washington | 80%-100%
armasuisse. Security for Switzerland - now and in the future
The armasuisse Washington office at the Embassy of Switzerland offers a unique opportunity to learn more about the current developments in U.S. security and defense technology. This internship also offers a first-hand experience of international relations in one of the most important capitals.
Your tasks
- Follow current technology developments in particular in the field of uncrewed- and autonomous systems, incl. artificial intelligence, machine learning and communication thereof
- Conduct research, write reports on defense technology related subjects and work in a small dynamic team
- Represent armasuisse at various events
- Support the armasuisse Washington office in its wide variety of tasks with the US Goverment and other Nations
Your profile
- At least a Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematicss) with a specific interest and experience in the field of technologies used for uncrewed and autonomous systems and its communication for defense application
- An ability to quickly grasp new concepts and orientate oneself in unfamiliar areas
- Swiss citizenship and personal security approval
- possess excellent written and spoken communication skills in English
Additional information
Technical questions? Find your answers here:
Mister Reto Weber
Head of armasuisse Washington Office
E-Mail Write an email
Job entry March 1, 2025 limited until August 31, 2025. The remuneration for this position is USD 3,200 per month (gross salary).
The last degree must not have been completed more than one year prior to the start of employment.
Please apply using our application management system.
To do so, click on "Apply now". We look forward to your application.
About us
armasuisse is one of four central procurement bodies of the Federal Administration. It is responsible for procuring complex, security-relevant systems and goods as well as for technology and real estate management.
The Strategic Staff supports the National Armaments Director as well as top management. It is responsible for the strategic development of the enterprise, political business, international relations and communication.
According to kununu, armasuisse is one of the most popular (in the top 5%) employers in Switzerland ("top company") and was acclaimed as an outstanding host company ("Great Start!"). A job at armasuisse offers meaningful work and a range of other benefits. Discover the advantages on our career page: www.ar.admin.ch/en/career
We have a first-name culture across levels of seniority and every day we apply our values of courage, openness, vision, trust and respect for the security of Switzerland – today and in the future!
armasuisse aims to be as varied as Switzerland itself. We have an active programme of diversity and inclusion management.
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The Federal Administration is attentive to the different needs and backgrounds of its employees and promotes diversity. Equal treatment is a top priority.