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JKU Young Computer Scientists.

Explore digital worlds, learn how computer games are created, or why cyber security is so important. Exciting workshops await, ranging from computer graphics to bioinformatics.

As part of the JKU Young Computer Scientists program, you will meet internationally renowned researchers and experts. During the workshop sessions, you not only learn from them, you also find out more about prospective careers and degree programs. 

As a JKU Young Scientist, we also offer a unique opportunity to complete a summer internship at the JKU or at a well-known IT company in Upper Austria. 

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Capacity

Max. 15

Number of Workshops

5

Sign Up

Registration for 2024/25 is already closed. Registration für 2025/26 will be opende at the beginning of October.

 

Terms of Participation

  • Those eligible to take part in the program must attend a school in Upper Austria (6th class AHS, 2nd class BHS, 10th grade on) and be interested in the field of computer science.
  • A basic understanding of programming (i.e. at school or through independent study) is a plus but not required.
  • When signing up, you will be required to complete an additional questionnaire.
  • The number of participants is limited to 15.

Workshops

The program consists of 5 workshops that provide insight into many facets of computer science. Each workshop will take place on a Friday and should be completed. The workshops will begin with a base-knowledge lecture on the subject area and then continue with a hands-on activity.

 

2024/2025 Academic Year:

Topic
Deadline
DateNovember 20, 2024
Time11.59 PM
Instructor 
LocationOnline
Kick-Off and Partner Fair
DateNovember 22, 2024
Time5.00-7.00 PM
Instructor 
LocationManagement Center, HS 16
CV/Application Review
DateNovember 29, 2024
Time3.30-5.00 PM
InstructorMag.a Alexandra Slezak
LocationScience Park 5, Rm 101
Game Design, opens an external URL in a new window
DateMarch 7, 2025
Time9.30 AM -1.00 PM
InstructorProf. Günter Wallner
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Game Programming in Unity, opens an external URL in a new window
DateMarch 7, 2025
Time2.00-5.30 PM
InstructorDr. Markus Weninger
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Wie simuliert man ein Verkehrssystem am Computer?, opens an external URL in a new window
DateMarch 14, 2025
Time1.30-5.00 PM
InstructorProf. Herbert Prähofer, opens an external URL in a new window
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Industry 4.0 - How to program and control machines
DateMarch 21, 2025
Time1.30-5.00 PM
InstructorProf. Alois Zoitl
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Mobile App Development - App-Entwicklung für Smartphones und Tablets, opens an external URL in a new window
DateMarch 28, 2025
Time1.30-5.00 PM
InstructorProf.in Karin Anna Hummel
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Closing Ceremony
DateOctober 2025
Time5.00 PM
Instructor 
Locationtbd
Topic Date Time Instructor Location
Deadline November 20, 2024 11.59 PM   Online
Kick-Off and Partner Fair November 22, 2024 5.00-7.00 PM   Management Center, HS 16
CV/Application Review November 29, 2024 3.30-5.00 PM Mag.a Alexandra Slezak Science Park 5, Rm 101
Game Design, opens an external URL in a new window March 7, 2025 9.30 AM -1.00 PM Prof. Günter Wallner LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Game Programming in Unity, opens an external URL in a new window March 7, 2025 2.00-5.30 PM Dr. Markus Weninger LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Wie simuliert man ein Verkehrssystem am Computer?, opens an external URL in a new window March 14, 2025 1.30-5.00 PM Prof. Herbert Prähofer, opens an external URL in a new window LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Industry 4.0 - How to program and control machines March 21, 2025 1.30-5.00 PM Prof. Alois Zoitl LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Mobile App Development - App-Entwicklung für Smartphones und Tablets, opens an external URL in a new window March 28, 2025 1.30-5.00 PM Prof.in Karin Anna Hummel LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room (2nd floor)
Closing Ceremony October 2025 5.00 PM   tbd

 

 

Those were the dates & times for 2023/2024 Academic Year:

Topic
Deadline
DateOctober 2 - November 17, 2023
Time11.00 AM
Instructor 
LocationOnline
CV/Application Review
DateNovember 17, 2023
Time3.30 - 5.00 PM
InstructorMaria Silwanis
LocationScience Park 5, Rm 101
Kick-Off and Partner Fair
DateNovember 24, 2023
Time5.00 - 7.00 PM
Instructor 
LocationManagement Center, HS 16
Game Design, opens an external URL in a new window
DateMarch 8, 2024
Time9.30 AM - 01.00 PM
InstructorProf. Günter Wallner
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Game Programming in Unity, opens an external URL in a new window
DateMarch 8, 2024
Time2.00 - 5.30 PM
InstructorDr. Markus Weninger
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Industry 4.0 - How to program and control machines, opens an external URL in a new window
DateMarch 22, 2024
Time01.30 - 5.00 PM
InstructorProf. Alois Zoitl
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Alles logisch?, opens an external URL in a new window
DateApril 12, 2024
Time9.00 AM - 12.30 PM
InstructorProf.in Martina Seidl
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Mobile App Development – App-Entwicklung für Smartphones und Tablets, opens an external URL in a new window
DateApril 19, 2024
Time1.30 - 5.00 PM
InstructorProf.in Karin Anna Hummel
LocationLIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Closing Ceremony
DateOctober 4, 2024
Time5.00 PM
Instructor 
LocationScience Park 3, HS 18
Topic Date Time Instructor Location
Deadline October 2 - November 17, 2023 11.00 AM   Online
CV/Application Review November 17, 2023 3.30 - 5.00 PM Maria Silwanis Science Park 5, Rm 101
Kick-Off and Partner Fair November 24, 2023 5.00 - 7.00 PM   Management Center, HS 16
Game Design, opens an external URL in a new window March 8, 2024 9.30 AM - 01.00 PM Prof. Günter Wallner LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Game Programming in Unity, opens an external URL in a new window March 8, 2024 2.00 - 5.30 PM Dr. Markus Weninger LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Industry 4.0 - How to program and control machines, opens an external URL in a new window March 22, 2024 01.30 - 5.00 PM Prof. Alois Zoitl LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Alles logisch?, opens an external URL in a new window April 12, 2024 9.00 AM - 12.30 PM Prof.in Martina Seidl LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Mobile App Development – App-Entwicklung für Smartphones und Tablets, opens an external URL in a new window April 19, 2024 1.30 - 5.00 PM Prof.in Karin Anna Hummel LIT Open Innovation Center, Seminar Room
Closing Ceremony October 4, 2024 5.00 PM   Science Park 3, HS 18

Summer Internship

Those who attend the 5 scheduled workshops are eligible to apply for a paid summer internship at a renowned IT company in Upper Austrian during the summer of 2025. It is, however, up to the individual companies to decide which intern will be accepted. Participation in the program does not automatically guarantee an internship position.

We would like to thank our cooperation partners for supporting the JKU Young Computer Scientists program in 2024/25:

Please note!

When signing up, please indicate whether or not you are interested in a summer internship. You will be notified regarding additional information about available internship positions.