Europe and an increasing number of other countries and regions in the world have decided to become climate neutral by 2050 at the latest. This implies not only energy systems becoming fully clean within the next 25 years, but also the industrial sector reaching climate neutrality within just one generation. While this is creating tremendous opportunities for investments and clean development, for a successful transformation also associated effects on value chains, structural changes and other macroeconomic implications need to be considered.

To strengthen our Agora Industry team, we are looking for two
Student Assistants (f/m/d)
for 12 to 20 hours per week based in Berlin, starting October 1^st 2025.

You will be part of a dedicated and cooperative collegial team based across Berlin, Brussels, Beijing and Bangkok and work closely with colleagues from other areas. Your job is characterized by a dynamic and internationally oriented working environment in a non-profit organization.

Depending on your interest, you can work either with a focus on policy and political economy analysis or with a focus on quantitative analysis. Please let us know which field interests you most.

• Support in developing reports and preparing presentations in English and German; 
• Organizational support of the team in projects, at internal meetings and at events;
• Following political debates on the industrial transition across the regions we cover;
• Literature research and study evaluation around the topic of industrial transition; and
• Data collection, preparation and analysis.

• An opportunity to work in a mission-driven, highly motivated and professional team on an essential task for the future;
• A diverse and international working environment in a cooperative working atmosphere with flat communication and decision-making hierarchies;
• An attractive workplace in central Berlin with team events and other get-togethers with colleagues;
• Opportunities for professional and personal development and advancement, including access to a mental well-being platform;
• One option from our benefit basket (e.g. Jobticket, Shopping Vouchers, etc.);
• The option of hybrid working with good digital equipment;
• A comprehensive onboarding programme;
• A student employment contract, initially limited to one year.

• A completed bachelor's degree and currently pursuing a master's degree, ideally in one of the following fields of study: industrial engineering, energy/process or environmental engineering, natural sciences, renewable energies, economics, political science, data science or other relevant fields of study (enrolled at least for the next 12 months)
• Pronounced interest in analytical issues; 
• Interest in climate policy, the decarbonisation of industries, relevant macroeconomic effects and structural change;
• Initial work experience (e.g. in the context of internships) is an advantage;
• Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and in a manner appropriate to the target group;
• Confident handling of qualitative and quantitative data;
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail;
• Confident user knowledge of MS Office products such as Excel, PowerPoint and Word; 
• For a quantitative focus, programming skills, e.g. in Python, are a plus;
• Very good English and German language skills;
• A high degree of initiative and motivation, very good communication and teamwork skills, and interest in working in inter- and transdisciplinary groups.

If you are interested in this position, we look forward to receiving your application by the September 14th, 2025, via our website. We are looking to fill the position as soon as possible and encourage you to apply promptly. For reasons of objectivity, we ask that you refrain from submitting an application photo.

We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone. Therefore, we are particularly pleased to receive applications from people from groups that have been underrepresented in energy policy so far. We welcome applications regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability and age, and sexual orientation. Unfortunately, our offices are not completely barrier-free, but we are open to find individual solutions.

As part of this, we are soliciting anonymous information on a voluntary basis regarding our applicant's backgrounds. This information will be used only to inform future recruitment strategies and will not impact hiring decisions in any form. Your input will not be forwarded to third parties and will not be used in connection with your application.

Please follow this link to participate in the survey.
https://limes.sefep.eu/index.php/833735?lang=en

If you have any questions, please contact our recruiting team at:
personnel@agora-thinktanks.org