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Student Assistant – Renewable Fuels & GHG

Köln
Part-time
Working Student

Your tasks

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to welcoming you as Student Assistant at the ISCC head office in Cologne. 

As a Student Assistant, you will support the ISCC PLUS team in its day-to-day operations and ongoing projects, including:

  • Conduct research and analysis on regulatory developments related to traceability and chain of custody requirements for Sustainable Aviation Fuel, Biomethane, Bio-LNG, and renewable fuels market 
  • Support research and alignment of greenhouse gas (GHG) methodologies for renewable fuels markets 
  • Assisting the development and improvement of ISCC PLUS system and processes (e.g. documentation, data management, process support, benchmarking) 
  • Help preparing materials for meetings, workshops, trainings and presentations  
  • Provide administrative support, including maintaining and organizing documentation. Provide support for coordination and stakeholder engagement activities. 

Your profile

  • Enrolled Master's student with an availability of at least one year (preferably longer) and 15-20 hours per week in the area of  Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, Energy, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
  • Available for on-site work in the Cologne office at least twice a week (depending on working hours)
  • First experience in research, data analysis, or sustainability topics is an advantage
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to summarize complex topics and transfer kowledge
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); experience with data handling is a plus
  • Proficiency in English (at least C1); additional languages are a plus
  • A high degree of initiative, very good self-organization and attention to detail
  • An approachable and reliable team player

Why us?

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.
 
To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer: 

Development Opportunity
  • Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
  • Professional onboardings to help you have an ideal start with us
  • The opportunity to work independently and bring in own ideas
  • Discover your own career path and interests in field of sustainability 
Great Team Environment
  • Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Student Event, Christmas Party)
  • Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment (56 nationalities) with professionals from different backgrounds
Benefits
  • Hybrid set-up (depending on working days pattern)
  • Vacation days based on the working days pattern, special holidays and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year’s eve, carnival monday)
  • An attractive and modern office in the centre of Cologne with free fruits and snacks

Ready to join our team?

Then we would be happy to hear from you soon! Please apply to the link below with a meaningful cover letter, CV and any relevant certificates.

We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you in our team soon!

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender or any other criteria that is not a professional qualification for an open position.

About us

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is a globally applicable and leading certification system designed to enhance traceable, sustainable, deforestation-free, and climate-friendly supply chains. ISCC certifications are widely recognised and cover sustainable agricultural biomass, biogenic wastes and residues, non-biological renewable materials and recycled carbon-based materials. The development and implementation of different certification standards is ISCC’s tool to promote its mission to mitigate climate change and bring more traceability into global markets and supply chains. To date, ISCC holds more than 15,500 valid certificates in 138 countries. 
 

Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at ISCC come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.