Smart Brew

You are developing the smart espresso machine of the future

Are you ready to take your technical skills to the next level and shape the future of connected technology? Our Project I - Agile development of IoT solutions in the smart home sector offers you the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of the Internet of Things (IoT) and be at the forefront of innovation.

Our project focuses on the integration of IoT technologies into an analog espresso machine and a matching coffee grinder. You will learn how to use sensors and actuators to make the machines smart and connected. From monitoring and adjusting the brewing process to personalized coffee specialties - your ideas and technical expertise are in demand. We offer you the chance to gain valuable practical experience and join a great team to jointly develop innovative solutions that will revolutionize the coffee world.

With us you can:

• Apply Scrum framework: Learn how to implement agile methods in a real project and make continuous progress through regular sprints.
• Take on individual team roles: Slip into specific roles such as Product Manager, Methods Engineer or Design Engineer and experience how each role contributes to the success of the team.
• Hands-on prototyping: Develop and test both digital and physical prototypes in our fully equipped project lab.
• Of course, you'll also get plenty of opportunities to strengthen your barista skills.

Achieve maximum coffee enjoyment with digital twins

Are you already familiar with IoT solutions and ready to take your technical skills and team competence to the next level? In Project II - User-centric development of digital twins, you and your team will digitally map the entire production process from the raw bean to the grinder and espresso machine to the specialty coffee in the cup. To do this, you will add digital models, additional sensors and actuators to existing products and processes in order to make data-based decisions.

You will gain an insight into the latest technologies and their application in the field of household appliances. We offer you the chance to gain valuable practical experience and join a great team to actively shape the world of coffee enjoyment of tomorrow.

With us you can:

• Prototype digital twins: develop innovative prototypes of digital twin solutions and experience how virtual models contribute to the optimization of real systems.
• Apply data analysis: Use advanced analytical methods to interpret valuable data and make informed decisions.
• Maturity assessment: Evaluate the maturity of complex development projects and contribute to the continuous improvement of processes.

Take your chance to gain practical experience in an exciting development project and expand your knowledge of highly relevant future technologies. Apply in good time and become part of a dedicated team that is developing the digital twins of tomorrow! We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Use design sprints like at Google Ventures

Are you ready to use your creativity and innovation to shape the future of product-service systems in the smart home and around the world's best coffee? Our Project III - Development of smart product-service systems with design sprints offers you the unique opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary team and develop needs-based solutions for the world of tomorrow.

In this project, you will apply the human-centered design sprint methodology to develop and test innovative ideas in a short period of time. Together with your team, you will develop business models and design smart systems that solve real-world problems and meet the needs of users.

With us you can:

• Experience interdisciplinary teamwork: Work with fellow students from different disciplines and benefit from their perspectives and skills.
• Apply the design sprint methodology: Learn how to go from idea to prototype in just a few days, using iterative feedback loops.
• Develop business models: Develop sustainable business models that enable innovative product-service combinations and ensure market relevance.
• Hands-on prototyping: Develop and test both digital and physical prototypes in our fully equipped project lab.

If you are looking for an exciting smart home challenge, then this project is for you. Take your chance to gain hands-on experience in an innovative development project and learn how complex challenges are tackled today. In addition to an impressive project portfolio, you will also receive a certificate of participation for your future employers.