Internship Project
Start-Ups and Entrepreneurship

kronfeld.bike – Prototype Development

Institution
Humboldt Innovation
Subject Area
CAD, Manufacturing and 3D Printing, Concept Development, Experiment Evaluation and Design Validation
Availability
05 May – 25 July
19 May – 08 August
02 June – 22 August
16 June – 05 September
 
Internship Modality:
On-site internship in Berlin

Applications for 2025 are open from November 11 to December 20, 2024.
Project Supervisor(s)
Dipl.-Ing. Karl Kronfeld
Academic Level
Advanced undergraduate students (from second year)
Graduate students
Language
English, German
Further Information
Project Type
Start-Up
Project Content
Kronfeld Tragfläche® is a German-engineered, innovative bike luggage carrier designed for versatility and durability. It features a telescopic design that expands to carry various items, from bags to child seats, while maintaining stability and precision. Crafted from high-quality stainless steel, the carrier is rust-resistant and built to last, with a focus on sustainability and practicality. It can be customized with multiple color options and is compatible with standard bike frames using M5 mounting points.

The Tragfläche® originated from founder Karl’s passion for kite surfing and a need for a practical transport solution. Developed through collaboration with universities and rigorous testing, the product combines engineering expertise with thoughtful design. It’s a lightweight, adaptable, and cost-effective alternative to traditional cargo bikes.
Tasks for Interns
Our aim is to develop innovative products for sustainable and green mobility. We are currently building the company and working on the market entry. The main part of our business model is collaboration and cooperation with distributors and OEM Manufacturers. The tasks in this StartUp are quite diverse, and you will be challenged in many fields.
The focus of this internship will be on prototype development with the aim of fabricating and testing—a step on the way from concept to prototype.
Academic Level
Advanced undergraduate students (from second year)
Graduate students
Requirements
  • Team player as well as self-dependant
  • Experience with CAD
  • Design skills, analog and digital (3D printing)
  • Fabrication Knowledge and Interest
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Please contact the program office (internship.program@hu-berlin.de) with all general questions and inquiries regarding the application, preparation, and program features.
If you have specific questions about the start-up, you can reach out to the co-founder Sandra Brzezicha (sandra@kronfeld.bike).