News and Announcements

On 16 April 2026, ETIT students and staff of Chemnitz University of Technology will have the opportunity to visit the Bosch semiconductor fab in Dresden and gain insights into modern semiconductor manufacturing and Industry 4.0.

During the excursion, you will learn more about the site and its technologies and gain an overview of current developments in sensor and semiconductor production.

Programme:

• 13:00: Arrival and reception
• 13:15–13:45: Presentation of the Bosch Semiconductor Fab Dresden
• 13:45–14:45: Guided tour (Visitor Centre and PFA laboratory)
• 14:45–15:00: Coffee break
• 15:00–15:15: Introduction of the Bosch Dresden team
• 15:15–15:45: Presentation on Industry 4.0
• 15:45–16:15: Introduction to Bosch Sensortec
• 16:15–16:45: Summary and open questions

Travel example:

• Departure from Chemnitz Hbf at 10:04 (platform 10) with RE 74011
• Continue in Dresden with bus 78
• Arrival at 11:47 at the stop Robert-Bosch-Ring, Dresden

Participation is only possible with prior registration.

Further information and registration can be found here:
https://www.tu-chemnitz.de/fsr-etit/events/show.php.en?id=113.

On 5 and 6 May 2026, the Health-AI Hackathon will take place at Chemnitz University of Technology under the motto “Rethinking healthcare in the age of generative artificial intelligence”.

In interdisciplinary teams, participants will develop prototypes for real-world healthcare challenges within 48 hours. Participation is free of charge and open to students, early-career researchers, and practitioners from various disciplines.

Further information and registration: pretix.eu/tuc-wi1/kipavhack

For questions, please contact hackathon@….

PathAIent_Hackathon_OnePager.pdf

The business festival of electronics bits, bonding, bassline will take place on 19 June 2026 at Stromwerk Mitte in Dresden. The event combines music, networking and exchange between students, young professionals and industry.

The festival connects students, doctoral candidates and professionals from electrical engineering, computer science and related fields with companies from the electronics and IT sectors. In addition to musical performances, several formats for networking and exchange are planned.

The programme includes:

• Live music and DJ acts
• Student pitches and company pitches
• Bonding sessions and networking formats
• Exchange between industry and young professionals

Admission is free for registered students, doctoral candidates and postdocs (subject to available capacity). Further information about the festival can be found on the official website: bits-bonding-bassline.com.

The International Office (IUZ) offers several information events in the summer semester 2025 on topics such as studying abroad, internships, and the Erasmus+ program. Topics include funding opportunities, partner universities, and organizational aspects.

Dates at a glance:

• 08.05.2025 (3:30–4:30 PM): Studying abroad worldwide – funding (Erasmus+, PROMOS, DAAD), partner universities, organization
  Location: Central Lecture Hall Building, Room C10.U04
• 21.05.2025 (3:30–4:30 PM): Semester abroad with Erasmus+ – preparation, organization, financial support
  Location: Central Lecture Hall Building, Room C10.113
• 05.06.2025 (3:30–4:30 PM): Semester abroad in the USA and Canada – planning, organization, funding opportunities
  Location: Online via Webroom (BBB): mytuc.org/yrzs
• 12.06.2025 (3:30–4:30 PM): Internship abroad with Erasmus+ – preparation, search, financial support
  Location: Central Lecture Hall Building, Room C10.113

More information is available on the IUZ website or via personal consultation.

The Student Councils of Business Administration and Electrical Engineering/Information Technology warmly invite you to their Beach Volleyball Tournament!

Expect exciting matches, refreshing drinks, and fun mini-games. All you need is sunscreen and maybe a snack.

• When: 12 June 2025, 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
• Where: Beach Volleyball Courts at TU Chemnitz
• Who: Members of TU Chemnitz (at least the person registering must be affiliated)
• Team size: 4 people per team (+1 optional substitute)
• Rules: Volleyball Rules

Registration is only possible for complete teams.

Register here

The “Semiconductor Talent Incubation Program” (STIPT) in Taiwan is now accepting applications for the summer semester 2026. The program is a joint initiative by the Free State of Saxony, TU Dresden, and TSMC.

From March to June 2026, participants will attend a specialized semiconductor course at National Taiwan University. Afterwards, they will complete a two-month practical training at TSMC’s Newcomer Training Center & Fab in Taichung. A total of up to 28 ECTS credits can be awarded.

Participants will receive coverage of tuition and program fees, along with a living allowance.

Eligible applicants must be enrolled full-time in a STEM field at a Saxon university and fulfill one of the following criteria:

• at least in the 4th semester of a Bachelor’s degree
• currently in a Master’s program
• in a Diploma program (at least half of the standard study period completed)

Further information and application: https://www.leo.tu-dresden.de/?page_id=10929&lang=en

On Saturday, May 24, 2025, the event “Level Up – Cocktails and Games” will take place at the Central Lecture and Seminar Building.

Time: 8:00 PM–12:00 AM (Admission from 7:30 PM)

What to expect:

• Board games in cooperation with the Game Night
• Cocktail bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, beer, and soft drinks
• Event area with cultural acts every full hour
• Escape room by the Student Council of Mathematics
• Quiz

We're looking forward to a colorful evening with you!

Want to help out? Feel free to sign up as a volunteer here: Man@Work – Volunteer Registration.

On May 22, 2025, the TUCconnect career fair will take place at Chemnitz University of Technology. Students can engage in direct conversations with companies, attend informative presentations, and make valuable connections for internships, theses, or job opportunities.

Event Details:
Date: 22.05.2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Venue: Central Lecture and Seminar Building, TU Chemnitz

Highlights:

• Inspiring presentations on career and application topics
• Jobwalls featuring current job postings
• Free professional application photos
• Photo booth “Mirrorbooth”
• Welcome Center for professionals and graduates

Selected Talks:

• Sustainability as a Career Opportunity – Texulting GmbH (11:00 – 11:20)
• Application mistakes by international students – Career Service (11:15 – 12:00)
• Alternative career paths in Saxony's school system – LASuB (13:00 – 13:20)
• Career opportunities at independent schools – Saxony International School (13:30 – 13:50)
• Optimizing your application documents – Career Service (14:00 – 14:30)
• Job interviews – Convince with authenticity – Karriereservice.de (15:30 – 17:00, Online)

All event information and registration at:
mytuc.org/tucconnect

Contact:
Career Service, Chemnitz University of Technology
Dittesstraße 15, 09126 Chemnitz
Phone: +49 371-531…
E-Mail: career-service@…

On May 16, 2025, the Bits Bonding Bassline Festival of Electronics will take place at Stromwerk Mitte in Dresden. Students from all over Germany will meet exciting electronics companies to the sound of beats, basslines, and a vibrant atmosphere.

Admission: Admission is free.

Start: Doors open at 7:30 PM.

Arrival:

• On foot: From Dresden’s Old Town, Stromwerk can be reached within 10–15 minutes on foot.
• Public transport:
  • S-Bahn: Stop Bahnhof Mitte
  • Tram & bus lines 1, 2, 6, 10, 68: Stop Bahnhof Mitte
  • Tram & bus lines 1, 2, 68: Stop Schweriner Straße
• By car & bus:
  • Motorway A4, Exit 78 Dresden-Altstadt or Exit 79 Dresden Elbepark towards the city center
  • 1 bus stop at Wettiner Platz
  • 3 bus parking spaces and 310 car parking spaces at "Parkplatz Kraftwerk Mitte"
  • Entrance: Löbtauer Straße 21, 01159 Dresden

Food: The "Sir Mampfelot" food truck will be on site.

Further information: https://www.bits-bonding-bassline.com

On May 13 and 14, 2025, the scientific colloquium for the professorship in “Electric Power Supply and Sustainable Energy Systems” will take place in room C25.185. All students and interested guests are warmly invited!

Program:

• Teaching Lecture:
  “Voltage Quality – Causes and Consequences of Power Grid Disturbances” (20 minutes)
• Scientific Presentations: (approx. 20 minutes each, in English)

May 13, 2025

• 09:00 – Dr. rer. nat. Alexander Kies: Teaching demonstration
• 09:30 – “Leveraging Machine Learning and Advanced Optimization for Sustainable Energy System Planning and Operation”
• 12:00 – Prof. Dr.-Ing. Camilo A. Cortés: Teaching demonstration
• 12:30 – “Planning of Energy Storage Systems and Microgrids”
• 15:00 – Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ulf Mario Schwalbe: Teaching demonstration
• 15:30 – “Intelligent Energy Storage for the Energy Transition: Challenges and Perspectives”

May 14, 2025

• 09:00 – Dr.-Ing. Maren Kuschke: Teaching demonstration
• 09:30 – “Large-Scale Renewable Power Integration in AC-DC Electric Networks”

The Senate Committees for Teaching and Studies (KLS) and for Research and Promotion of Young Scientists (KFF) are urgently looking for student members.

These committees prepare important Senate decisions and advise on fundamental issues affecting the entire university. The KLS, in particular, is responsible for shaping the framework of teaching and studies – similar to a faculty study commission but on a university-wide level.

• 2 students are still needed for the KLS.
• 3 students are still needed for the KFF.

If you are interested or have questions, please contact the student senators by May 13, 2025:

• E-Mail: franz.haase@…
• E-Mail: alina.maciy@…

The Leonardo Office Saxony invites you to online information sessions about the Semiconductor Talent Incubation Program Taiwan (STIPT) in cooperation with TSMC. Students and Deans of Study will receive important updates about changes to the application process. A new requirement is that a recommendation must be electronically submitted by the Dean of Study via the Mobility Online Tool.

Dates:

• April 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
• April 29, 2025 at 4:00 PM

No prior registration is required. Links to the webrooms will be available from April 14, 2025, on the Leonardo Office Saxony website: https://www.leo.tu-dresden.de/?page_id=10929

The application period for the STIPT program for the summer semester 2026 starts on May 1, 2025. Eligible fields of study include Electrical Engineering, Microelectronics, Nanoelectronics, Materials Science, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Sensor Technology, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science.

Play together or compete against each other all day at this year's CampusLAN! Whether in big or small tournaments, with friends or strangers – there's something for everyone.

At a glance:

• Date: April 26–27, 2025
• Time: 12:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Location: Mensa on Campus, Reichenhainer Str. 55, 09126 Chemnitz
• Fee: €10.00 (students) / €20.00 (everyone else)
• What to bring: PC & monitor or laptop, keyboard, mouse, headset, power cables and power strips, LAN cable (min. 5 m), food and drinks

Register here