Airbus Defence and Space wanted to give its dual students practical knowledge of key manufacturing and assembly techniques and enable them to carry out complex hardware projects with confidence. At the same time, the company aimed to foster a culture of continuous learning and interdisciplinary collaboration. For the sixth year now, Airbus has been working with UnternehmerTUM MakerSpace to achieve this.
Three Weeks From Basic Courses to a Custom Hardware Project
The foundational technical internship is structured over three weeks:
- Week 1: basic courses, including additive manufacturing, prototyping, and electronics
- Week 2: a deep dive into an elective focus, such as mechanical engineering, electronics, programming, or mechatronics
- Week 3: independent implementation of a concrete hardware project as a team
Participants work with 3D printing, laser cutting, and electronics and turn their ideas into reality in interdisciplinary teams. MakerSpace takes care of organization, supervision, and high-tech infrastructure, so Airbus keeps its internal capacities free.
A Custom Prototype and Stronger Teamwork
At the end, participants take home a self-built hardware project as a tangible reminder of the three weeks. The internship strengthens teamwork and other key skills and fosters openness toward people with different backgrounds.
The students also gain a deeper understanding of craftsmanship and manufacturing processes, which helps them later in their roles as engineers.
Key Results
- 3 Weeks of intensive hands-on training
- 4 Elective focus areas, from mechanical engineering to mechatronics
- 6th Year of collaboration with Airbus
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Contact
Want to firmly embed an entrepreneurial spirit in your early-career program? Write to us at info@maker-space.de.
