academicMATCH Tour: INDUSTRIE INTOUCH – Discovering Career Opportunities in South Thuringia

On Wednesday, 5 November 2025, students at Schmalkalden University of Applied Sciences are invited to participate in the academicMATCH Tour, which offers exclusive access to two innovative companies based in South Thuringia: Hitachi Rail GTS Deutschland GmbH in Arnstadt and Advanced Micro-optics Technologies GmbH (AMOT) in Suhl-Albrechts.

This full-day tour, organized by the South Thuringia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IHK Südthüringen) in cooperation with the Career Service and the International Career Service (ICS) at Schmalkalden University, provides students with a unique opportunity to engage directly with regional employers. The event aims to offer practical insights into these companies and highlight pathways for internships, theses, and future employment.

Hitachi Rail GTS Deutschland GmbH, a member of the global Hitachi Group, is a leading provider of railway technology solutions. At their Arnstadt facility, approximately 650 employees design and manufacture state-of-the-art control, signalling, and safety systems for rail transport. Students pursuing engineering and related fields will find a wide array of career development opportunities.

Advanced Micro-optics Technologies GmbH (AMOT), located in Suhl-Albrechts, specializes in micro-optics made from polymer materials and is part of the international AAC Optics Group. The company manufactures precision components for applications in robotics, automotive, optoelectronics, and metrology, offering students valuable insights into a cutting-edge research and production environment.

Participation in the tour is free, but spots are limited to 15 students. Registration via Stud.IP is mandatory. Basic German language skills are required, as the company tours will be conducted in German.

Register here:
https://studip.hs-schmalkalden.de/dispatch.php/course/details?sem_id=38fc1928581af1c1d9acba4213134ddf&again=yes