Would you like to learn more about how vehicle safety systems are evolving worldwide and which technological innovations will shape the future of mobility?

Are you interested in exchanging ideas with experts from leading companies in the passive vehicle safety industry?

Then we would like to encourage you to participate in the International Young Talent Program @ AIRBAG 2026!

Selected participants will receive exclusive access to the

17th International Symposium on Vehicle Safety Systems - AIRBAG 2026

including the accompanying exhibition as well as numerous opportunities for networking and technical exchange with international key players from industry and research.

Be part of change

Tomorrow's mobility needs new talents and perspectives.

Contribute with your ideas, research, and curiosity to an international community that is actively advancing safer vehicles and intelligent protection systems through scientific exchange and innovation.

As part of your application, you will submit an abstract for a scientific poster showcasing your work, research, or ideas. AIRBAG 2026 offers young talents the opportunity to make innovation visible, engage with leading experts, and help shape the technological transformation of mobility.

What you contribute

• Submission of an abstract for a scientific poster as part of the application process. The poster should present an interesting research approach, current research project, or innovative idea related to vehicle safety, protection systems
• Willingness to present and discuss the poster during the AIRBAG 2026 poster session
• Current or completed studies in fields such as safety systems, automotive safety technologies, vehicle engineering, or future mobility solutions
• Motivation and interest in becoming part of the international safety community
• Innovative thinking and scientific curiosity
• Commitment to professional and personal development

What we offer

• Complimentary access to AIRBAG 2026 (Full access to the international symposium and accompanying exhibition)
• Opportunities to connect with leading companies, researchers, and industry experts
• The chance to present your own research, projects, and ideas during the scientific poster session
• Direct feedback from international experts and decision-makers from industry and academia
• Visibility within the global vehicle safety and R&D community
• Explore job opportunities in the field of vehicle safety systems

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability. Our tasks are diverse and adaptable – for applicants with disabilities, we work together to find solutions that best promote their abilities.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Ready for a change? Then apply now and make a difference!

The following documents should be included with your application:

• Poster abstract(300 words)
• Curriculum vitae (CV)

After submitting your online application, you will receive an automatic confirmation of receipt. Once the application deadline has passed and all applications have been carefully reviewed, we will get back to you as soon as possible to inform you about the outcome and the next steps in the selection process.

Fraunhofer Institute for Chemical Technology ICT

Requisition Number: 84634 Application Deadline: 09/15/26