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Student Assistant - Talent Acquisition (m-f-d)

Bonn, Germany (Hybrid)
Part-time
Working Student

The Scope

Do you want to gain hands-on experience in Talent Acquisition while contributing to a purpose-driven organization? 

As a Working Student in the Talent Acquisition team at FSC, you will support the hiring of talent for our global organization. You’ll gain practical insights into end-to-end recruitment, candidate experience, and employer branding, while working in an international and mission-driven environment focused on sustainability and responsible forest management. This role is a great opportunity to develop your skills in Talent Acquisition, take ownership of early-careers' hiring processes, and contribute to ongoing Talent Acquisition projects.

Main Roles & Responsibilities

  • Support the coordination and execution of end-to-end recruitment activities across different teams. 
  • Take ownership of recruitment for student assistant positions across different units – from job posting to offer stage.
  • Manage administrative tasks within the hiring processes (e.g. scheduling interviews, maintaining and updating candidate data in tracking files).
  • Assist in preparing and coordinating panel interviews, ensuring a smooth and professional candidate experience.
  • Actively contribute to Employer Branding initiatives, including content creation (e.g. social media, career page updates), organizing small activation campaigns, and supporting the positioning of FSC as an attractive employer.
  • Support data-driven hiring by updating simple dashboards, tracking key metrics, and sharing insights on recruitment progress.

Your profile

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program (e.g. Business Administration, Psychology, Marketing, Social Sciences, or similar).
  • Based within commuting distance of Bonn.  
  • Interest in Employer Branding, Recruiting, and HR Analytics. 
  • Strong organizational skills with structured and detail-oriented working style.
  • Proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative and manage tasks independently.  
  • Confident communication skills in English (written and spoken); German is a plus. 
  • Comfortable using MS Office (especially Word and PowerPoint), first experience with data tracking or reporting is a plus.

Why us?

  • Benefit from cross-cultural collaboration and networking opportunities by being part of FSC global community of 400+ forest stewards.
  • Benefit from a flexible, hybrid working model that supports work-life balance.

The Fine Print

  • Start date: As soon as possible. 
  • Working hours: 20 hours per week (ideally across 3- 5 days per week). 
  • Duration: 12 months (depending on the team you will work in), with an opportunity to extend.
  • Remuneration: 14€ gross per hour. 
  • Location: FSC office Bonn, Germany (hybrid or remote).

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.