The Institute in Figures

In the reporting period, the Fraunhofer WKI employed around 170 staff, 27 percent of whom were scientists, engineers and doctoral students. 70 percent of the employees come from the professional fields of technology, laboratory, administration and information technology. In addition, bachelor and master students and student assistants are employed to support the research work carried out at the institute.

The Fraunhofer WKI offers apprenticeships in the fields of IT specialist, office communication, and industrial mechanics and and carpentry.

In 2025, a total of 13.5 million euros in external income was realized. Just over 50 percent of the Fraunhofer WKI’s income is financed through industrial contracts. 6.3 million euro was generated through public funding within our research projects.

In the reporting year 2025, the operating budget was just over 19.6 million euros. Personnel expenses amounted to 12.9 million euros, while material costs totaled 5 million euros. The investment budget amounted to a total of 1.7 million euros.