Student Assistant (m/f/d) - Digital Policy & International Projects
20 hours/week | Berlin | September 1, 2026 - August 31, 2027
Are you looking for more than just a student job? Would you like to contribute to international policy discussions while gaining first-hand experience in a leading transatlantic think tank? Are you passionate about digital policy, artificial intelligence, and transatlantic relations? Do you enjoy working in an organized environment, conducting research, and taking on responsibility from an early stage? Then we would love to hear from you.
At Aspen Institute Germany, we address the defining political and societal challenges of our time. We bring together leaders from government, business, academia, and civil society and develop dialogue and leadership programs on topics including European security, transatlantic relations, geopolitics, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and democratic resilience.
Our Digital Program explores the political, economic, and societal implications of emerging technologies. Working with senior decision-makers from government, business, academia, and civil society, we foster transatlantic dialogue on trade, technology, and digital policy.
As a Student Assistant, you will become part of our Digital Team, with a particular focus on supporting the German-American Trade and Tech Dialogue (GATT-D). You will contribute to the organization of high-level conferences and workshops, support publications and communications activities, and gain valuable insights into the day-to-day work of an internationally connected public policy think tank.
The position is for 20 hours per week and offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in international project management while building a unique professional network.
Your Responsibilities
- Provide organizational and technical support in the preparation, delivery, and follow-up of conferences, workshops, and events (virtual, hybrid, and in-person).
- Support the planning and implementation of high-level conference formats.
- Conduct research and contribute to the preparation of events, reports, and publications.
- Assist with participant management and the coordination of national and international guests.
- Support the Institute’s social media activities and the creation of digital content.
- Assist with project analyses, reporting, and the maintenance of project databases.
- Support the Institute’s leadership and project team with administrative tasks.
Your Profile
- You are currently enrolled in a relevant university degree program.
- You have a strong interest in international affairs, digital policy, trade, and technology.
- You have an excellent command of both German and English, written and spoken.
- You have experience using social media professionally or personally.
- Experience with graphic design or layout software is an advantage.
- You work independently, are well organized, and pay close attention to detail.
- You are a proactive team player with strong organizational skills.
What We Offer
- A varied role with insights into the work of an internationally active public policy think tank.
- The opportunity to take on responsibility from an early stage and manage your own areas of work.
- Hands-on experience in international project management and the organization of high-level conferences and events.
- Exposure to collaboration with leading decision-makers from government, business, academia, and civil society.
- The opportunity to contribute to transatlantic projects addressing the future of digital policy, trade, and technology.
- A dedicated and collaborative team with short decision-making processes, an open working atmosphere, and room for your own ideas.
- Flexible working hours, the option to work remotely by agreement, and competitive compensation.
How to Apply
Please submit your complete application (cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and other relevant references) by email only as one PDF document with the subject line “Application - Student Assistant GATT-D” by August 23, 2026 to bewerbung@aspeninstitute.de.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. As we aim to fill the position as soon as possible, we reserve the right to close the recruitment process before the application deadline.
Interviews will be conducted either in Berlin or virtually. Please note that we are unable to reimburse travel expenses and kindly ask applicants to refrain from making telephone inquiries.
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