Student Assistant – Network Technologies, Software Technologies & Python

Munich University of Digital Technologies & Applied Sciences

About

Munich University of Digital Technologies & Applied Sciences (MUDT) is looking for a motivated and knowledgeable Student Assistant (HiWi) to support teaching activities in the courses of Network and Internet Technologies, Software Applications & Technology, and Python-based courses in collaboration with Lecturers. 
This role is ideal for bachelor students in higher semesters or master’s students, preferably from Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related fields. Students from other majors with strong practical experience are also welcome. 

Your tasks

• Provide academic support to students during and after classes 
  Assist with practical exercises, tutorials, and hands-on lab sessions 
• Help students understand foundational and advanced networking concepts 
• Support students with software development workflows, tools, and environments 
• Optional: Assist with math-related topics and Python programming 
  
  

Your profile

Required Knowledge & Practical Skills 

Networking & Internet Technologies 

• TCP/IP network stack 
• Application protocols (HTTP, DNS), socket programming in Python 
• Transport layer concepts (multiplexing, RDT, UDP/TCP) 
• Network layer (IP, NAT, ICMP, network control plane)
• Link layer fundamentals (LANs, ARP, switching) 
   

Software Applications & Technology 

• Command line (Linux/macOS/WSL) 
• Git & GitHub workflows 
• Containers: Docker & Docker Compose
•  Linux basics and system navigation
•  IDE usage (VS Code) & DevContainers
•  Testing, CI/CD pipelines, cloud basics
• Python programming experience 
   
  Optional but highly valued 

• Strong foundations in mathematics 
• Experience supporting peers or tutoring 

Your benefits

• A flexible student position at a modern, innovative university 
• Hands-on teaching experience in a state-approved engineering environment 
• Opportunity to work closely with professors and contribute to academic development 
• A supportive, international campus community 
  Competitive compensation according to standard HiWi rates 

Your application

Please send your CV and a short motivation statement to: hr@uni-munich.de  
Subject: Application – Student Assistant (Network/Software)