Student Assistant - President's Office

ESMT Berlin is a leading global business school with its campus in the heart of Berlin. Founded by 25 global companies, ESMT offers master, MBA, and PhD programs, as well as executive education on its campus in Berlin, in locations around the world, online, and in online blended format. We strongly believe in cross-team collaboration to achieve our mission to develop entrepreneurial leaders who think globally and act responsibly.

Join our president’s office advancement team as a

Student Assistant
(part-time, 20 hrs./week, starting in January 2026, for 1 year)

and help shape the future by bringing your expertise and passion to ESMT.

• provide comprehensive administrative and organizational support to the president’s advancement office, ensuring smooth daily operations
• prepare and structure materials such as presentations, research dossiers, and guest information to enable informed decision-making
• coordinate communication, manage invitations, and ensure a professional welcome and care of guests on campus
• maintain and update key data in the CRM system and prepare targeted mailings, guest lists, and related correspondence
• support the planning and execution of events, including logistics, printed materials, and visual documentation
• contribute to travel and meeting preparations through research and organizational assistance.

• enrolled in a full-time bachelor or master program in Berlin for a minimum of one more year
• fluent in English; conversational German a plus
• detail-oriented, accurate, and able to work independently
• proactive, flexible, and calm under pressure
• reliable and discreet with sensitive information
• skilled at representing the president’s & advancement office with confidence
• comfortable engaging professionally with senior leaders, donors, and guests
• collaborative and positive in a team environment
• proficient in MS Office, especially PowerPoint; CRM experience a plus
• a strong communicator, both written and spoken.

Discover the perks and culture that make our workplace special.

• Public transportation subsidy available if no semester ticket is provided
• Subsidized meals at the campus restaurant
• Free Adobe Cloud and Microsoft Office for personal and professional use
• Ergonomic office equipment and access to university sports across Berlin
• Access to our on-campus library and electronic databases

What makes this more than just a job

ESMT offers a collegial and international work environment, with employees representing more than 55 nationalities. We encourage a self-driven mind-set and contributions that create meaningful and lasting impact. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a fair and inclusive workplace where individuals of all identities and backgrounds are welcomed and valued Fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion enriches our employees, students, and broader community.

You will work on our campus in the heart of Berlin-Mitte. Get here by public transport or bike and enjoy your lunches in our private restaurant and café or next to the beautiful Spree. Make use of our big garden and enjoy coffee and tea on the house with your team. Our vibrant community comes together through activities and events like Lucky Lunch, Wednesday Cookies, Orientation Days for new employees, Summer Party and Year End Event, our talented ESMT choir, and much more.

Please submit your application via our online application form, including the following documents:

• Motivation letter
• CV with relevant certificates and references
• Transcript of records