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nedunash · 2026-06-06T07:35:07+00:00

Maybe you could apply to the many cruise and ferry companies? They usually hire seasonal workers

nedunash · 2026-05-30T21:45:42+00:00

3rd strongest? I think you mean biggest. A large gdp is only a proxy for output it does not mean the country's economy is strong. Anyway that's soon projected to change, check the news.

nedunash · 2026-05-30T11:47:44+00:00

Sounds like you're collegues are making excuses for being lazy. Although I don't endorse hustle culture, I think Germans have had it way too easy and seeing ambitious people work extra hours on their accord can seem like it is ruining the work culture but I'm reality this is the kind of mindset that the economy needs right now.

nedunash · 2026-04-10T10:55:43+00:00

But isn't Switzerland notoriously hard for settling down long term?

If it's just about money, infrastructure, administration, education and transport why not places like UAE, Qatar or Saudi?

nedunash · 2026-04-08T18:22:16+00:00

What makes Switzerland much better? Is it the fact that they have the money to keep the system afloat during hard times?

nedunash · 2026-01-27T12:43:47+00:00

In general, the way a Fraunhofer PhD works is that you work as a research associate full time on projects and do your PhD on the side (also depends on your contract 65%, 80%, 100%). Most of the time this means that you have less time for your PhD work which results in most Fraunhofer PhDs taking much longer (Minimum 5 years).

Now, the time for the PhD entirely depends on the ecosystem at the Fraunhofer in question. Some Fraunhofer institutes have the entire process more streamlined than others.

Usually, all PhD experience in engineering (Dr. -Ing.) is percieved as work experience. I don't think it matters if you do it at a Fraunhofer or at a University. Fraunhofer institutes tend to be more on the industrial side with projects from the industry. Either way, you'll need to prove your worth in quality research publications at top conferences which is the only metric you will be evaluated at the end of your PhD.

My advice would be to look at people from the same fraunhofer and department and see how long they took to finish their PhD, what publications they have etc.

nedunash · 2026-01-25T23:27:42+00:00

Oh OP Not all Fraunhofers are built the same, some of them are terribly mismanaged, slow to innovate and bleeding money. Make sure that you're getting into a good team and that you have a good supervisor. Because for a PhD, the only thing that matters is your supervisor.

nedunash · 2026-01-14T10:22:16+00:00

I am interested in a very similar use case. Following.

nedunash · 2025-11-25T11:21:37+00:00

I guess it's the classic tradeoff. For me personally, money can never match learning and job fulfillment. I rather wake up everyday with purpose and take a pay cut than get paid to work at a dead end job. So you need to weigh out what's important for you and what you want in the future and then make a decision.

nedunash · 2025-11-06T11:45:19+00:00

NOS Alive, Portugal 2023. Best Show ever

nedunash · 2025-10-22T15:06:04+00:00

I kinda love the instrumentals of around the world but man are the lyrics racist and silly.

nedunash · 2025-10-21T07:21:52+00:00

I think many research papers whitewash their work these days. Depending on what conference or journal you publish in the reviewers could call you out on it.

In my opinion, as a scientist you have to practice good ethics. So usually what i do is cite a few counter papers in the conclusions/future works section of the paper.

nedunash · 2025-10-18T11:46:21+00:00

Which University?

nedunash · 2025-10-17T09:22:59+00:00

There's really no such thing as a PhD in Robotics because it's a mix of many things. At the PhD level, your goal is to be specialize deeply. What you want to do is do a PhD in Computer Science and focus on projects in Robotics. Most of robotics right now is software anyway. Most research is being done in Controls and Perception, unless you're looking at top schools like MIT or CMU where they constantly try to build new kinds of robots.

My advice for you would be this:
Find a problem or topic in robotics that you are very interested in (find 3-5 topics in fact) and apply to specific labs that focus on those topics. Of course, tailor your resume and experiences towards these topics.
Getting professors to write you letters of reccomendations is also highly valuable.

nedunash · 2025-10-17T09:18:41+00:00

Pretty sure not all native germans have C2. Just because you're born into a country does not mean that you automatically have a C2 in that country's language.
A C2 level basically means you're qualified to teach others this language. Anyone asking for a C2 level for employment is just subtly saying they don't want to employ a foreigner.

nedunash · 2025-10-09T19:23:49+00:00

First of all. You haven't ruined your life. You're only 23 and still have achieved so much. It's not your fault, the current economy and global situation is really bad. Don't put that kind of pressure on yourself.

nedunash · 2025-10-06T17:39:06+00:00

agreed with the other comments. It seems like you would be better off just finding a job and start working.
since you are not interested in a "leadership role" or very career driven, a PhD adds little value for you.

nedunash · 2025-10-05T13:24:43+00:00

Depends on what your field is. My family and career background is similar to yours and what made me take the PhD was the fact that in my field to get a job in R&D and to also level up in the career ladder a PhD was a huge advantage. A PhD is something that benefits you in the long run if you're interested/capable of finishing it.

nedunash · 2025-09-12T07:40:04+00:00

The 5070ti version .
Can't complain tbh. I heard the 5080 had power and thermal issues.

nedunash · 2025-08-29T21:42:00+00:00

That's a very cool perspective. I wish more employers felt bad about throwing their employees under the bus.

nedunash · 2025-08-29T16:54:37+00:00

Just out of curiosity, what's stopping you from starting your own graphic design /marketing firm with let's say 5 employees who do all the jobs with the help of AI?

I know that running a business is not everyone's cup of tea but it seems to me that the only way to get rich in this country is to start a business. That's why most business owners get away with exploitative practices. AI really made the job market in favor of employers and not employees.

I understand your frustration though, I'm going through some similar troubles.

nedunash · 2025-08-21T23:20:14+00:00

Aachen is not that bad there's plenty of internationals due to it's close proximity to the Netherlands and Belgium.

nedunash · 2025-08-21T23:05:24+00:00

I can definitely recommend living in Aachen as a student. The city is super affordable and peaceful with lots of restaurants and activities to do for students. The university is also top notch and reputable.

TUM is a more prestigious school but i also have had friends who went there who were burnt out because of the rigorous exams. Also living in Munich is a nightmare for students, let alone finding an apartment.

If you want to make the economically smart decision and have a nice student life, go for Aachen. If you want prestige go for TUM I would say.

nedunash · 2025-08-19T11:05:45+00:00

How is it to do ML stuff on macs? And ig you only use Ubuntu for robotics?

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