The position is limited to at least 5 months.
Please upload a single PDF document containing your complete application materials (CV, certificate of enrollment, cover letter, transcripts of completed and ongoing studies) in the “CV” field. Otherwise, your application cannot be considered.
What we offer
A dynamic and innovative work environment in Evonik's strategic innovation unit and business incubator
The opportunity to be part of a team that operates like a start-up—with all the agility and creativity that entails
Hands-on experience in innovation and development, as well as in implementing communication strategies
The chance to participate in high-profile projects such as internal start-up support, crowdsourcing events, and idea competitions
Mentoring and support from experienced innovation and entrepreneurship experts
Discover a world full of possibilities with us. Look ahead and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant, and more comfortable. At Evonik, you’ll have the opportunity to grow and develop alongside more than 33,000 colleagues.
In addition to attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we offer performance-based compensation, health promotion initiatives, and hybrid, flexible working models with #SmartWork.
Learn more about our benefits:
https://careers.evonik.com/de/warum/benefits
Get involved, develop your strengths, break new ground, and find a job with us that suits you.
Hear directly from our employees:
https://careers.evonik.com/de/ueber-uns/das-sind-wir/
Responsibilities
What can you expect? How does an idea become a successful business? You’ll explore this exciting question during your internship!
Develop and optimize tools for idea generation and concept development to help our developers reach their goals faster
Plan and implement various innovation initiatives — internally and externally —contributing to our innovation culture
Work closely with a small, agile team of startup enthusiasts and gain valuable insights into entrepreneurial methods and innovation management
Requirements
Who are you?
You are enrolled at a university or college, preferably in natural sciences, business, entrepreneurship, or innovation
Knowledge of graphic design and experience with communication campaigns is a plus
You speak fluent English and/or German
You are organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking
You work independently and enjoy both individual and team collaboration
You are a creative thinker with a passion for innovation and entrepreneurship, and are familiar with or interested in Lean Startup, Business Design, and other innovation methods
Your Application
To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com.
Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
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Evonik Operations GmbHEvonik Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — The U.S. package consistently includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, supported by HSA/FSA and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits information highlights robust health coverage alongside base pay.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) and references to legacy pension and retiree medical for eligible groups, indicating depth beyond a basic plan. Company materials and postings emphasize retirement support as part of a comprehensive package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave are listed across recent U.S. postings. These time‑off programs appear as core elements of the package.
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Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies. While we don’t produce electric cars, aircraft, medications or 3D printers, Evonik is part and parcel of these and many other end products. That’s because we contribute the small things that make a big difference. We make electric car batteries perform better, aircraft greener, medications more effective and 3D printers more efficient. In short: We think beyond the bounds of chemistry to make the world a better place. Today and tomorrow. We are an international group with a workforce of over 32,000 people spread across more than one hundred locations. Our daily work is shaped by global concerns, such as sustainability, diversity and digitalization. In all our business decisions, we take the present and future generations into consideration. After all, being ready for tomorrow is our business. Interested in joining our global team? Our wide range of opportunities extends from creative and innovative research through international management all the way to production. Whether you’re studying, starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, come help us make the world a better place. For more information about careers at Evonik, go to: www.careers.evonik.com. #HumanChemistry Find our netiquette on: www.evonik.com/netiquette
