The Scope

We are looking for an engaged Student Assistant who brings solid expertise and a passion for FSC’s mission, to work with us in a multinational environment.
 
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) International with its headquarter in Bonn works to take care of our forests and those who rely on them: by protecting plant and animal species, Indigenous Peoples’ rights, forest workers’ safety, and much more. We achieve this through FSC certification, ensuring forests around the world are responsibly managed. This goal requires, inter alia, a successful licensing business with a rigid protection of FSC’s trademarks and a risk management with suitable compliance tools. FSC is in this regard the leading Certification Scheme on the market. We are a global player being active in more than 30 countries and offer a multicultural work environment in our offices. For more information on FSC, visit our website at www.fsc.org. 

If this sounds exciting to you, you have found the right place to work!

Main Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist in the general day-to-day operations of a legal department (phone, mail, e-mail, etc.).
• Support in contract inquiries and maintenance of contract databases.
• Prepare, submit, and file invoices.
• Perform other regular administrative tasks.
• Proofread legal documents and memos. 
• Conduct research activities.

Your profile

• You are a student enrolled in law school (Rechtswissenschaften oder Wirtschaftsrecht) and are at least twelve months before the final State examination (Erstes Staatsexamen) or Master’s degree.
• You have solid research, writing and oral communication skills.
• You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have a keen attention to detail.
• You are well organized and follow assignments through the end.
• You have a good command of MS Office. 
• You are fluent in English and German. 
• You are living in commuting distance from our Bonn office and willing to work from the office. 
• You are committed to FSC mission and values.

Why us?

• Be part of a globally recognized organization at the forefront of sustainable forestry and contribute to the mission to help protect the world’s forests. 
• Play an active role in the FSC global community of 400+ forest stewards who come together in-person at least once a year. 
• Benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and networking opportunities by working in a dynamic, inclusive, and diverse international culture with over 60 nationalities represented under one roof.
• Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including relocation assistance if needed, and investment in training and development opportunities (e.g., LinkedIn Learning, Learning Lunches and more) to advance your career.
• Explore the vibrant federal city of Bonn, home to Beethoven, Haribo, and the beautiful Rhein River promenade including many urban parks and close access to nature. As Germany's UN City and second capital, Bonn is an international city with a rich cultural heritage, recently celebrating its 2000th anniversary. Learn more about the city or take a virtual stroll. 
• Embrace work-life balance: beyond Bonn's borders, unlock Europe's wonders with 30 working days of vacation at your disposal. Whether it's skiing in the Swiss Alps or basking in the sun on Mediterranean shores, your European adventures await.

The Fine Print

• Location: Bonn, Germany.
• Working Hours: Minimum of 8 hours per week. 
• Duration of Employment: 12 months with an opportunity to extend. 
• Starting Date: As soon as possible.
• Remuneration: 14 € gross per hour.

How to Apply 
Ready to make a difference? Join FSC and help shape a sustainable future. Don't delay - apply now!
 

• Please apply via our website by submitting your CV in English.
• Please do not send any photos of yourself. 
  

For FSC, inclusiveness and diversity are important values. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds and are entirely committed to consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age and disability.   
 
We will confirm receipt of your application. Should you not receive a confirmation of receipt please check your spam filter and if you cannot find it there contact us at careers@fsc.org
 
Please be informed, that by applying for this position you automatically accept our Data Protection Information on processing your personal data.
 
We are looking forward to your application!
 

About us

Welcome to FSC!  
 
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a globally recognized non-profit organization at the forefront of promoting sustainable forestry. With over 150 million hectares of certified forests and a trusted reputation among NGOs, consumers, and businesses, FSC is leading the way in ensuring the long-term health and resilience of the world’s forests.