Founders Associate – Mandatory Internship

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Founders Associate supporting the development of new business areas in a startup focused on sustainability. Assisting management with organizational tasks and project support across various initiatives.

Posted 7/20/2026internshipRemote • 🇩🇪 GermanyEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and administrative capabilities, with proficiency in preparing decision papers, presentations, and managing communication between executive management and external partners in both German and English.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bilingual Communication (German and English)Organizational SkillsCalendar ManagementPresentation PreparationExperience in Startups or Agencies

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Business AdministrationEconomicsLawEngineeringAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Independent Working StyleStructured ApproachConscientiousnessPassion for ExecutionReliability

Industry Keywords

Executive Management SupportMeeting CoordinationTravel OrganizationExpense ReportingFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You will support the build-out and development of new business areas and independently work toward achieving set objectives
You will assist executive management with all organizational and administrative tasks
You will support the leadership team with all subsidiaries and new projects (IT company, carsharing, tiny houses, new spaces)
You will prepare decision papers as well as presentations and graphics, including analyses
You will act as a communication interface between executive management and external business partners as well as employees in German and English
You will prepare and follow up on meetings and conference calls, including taking minutes
You will handle scheduling and calendar management, with a focus on prioritizing the management team’s agenda
You will organize domestic and international travel and prepare expense reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

You are studying business/economics, law, engineering, or a related field
You have very good German and solid English skills
You are characterized by a reliable and, above all, independent working style
You enjoy a fast-paced environment, are passionate about making things happen, and work in a structured and conscientious manner
You are available for the internship 40 hours per week
It is an advantage if you have already gained initial experience at startups, agencies, or consultancies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to work in a young, dynamic founding team and help shape our marketing campaigns with your ideas
Flat hierarchies and short communication lines within a highly motivated and creative team
We offer varied and challenging tasks with plenty of room for personal development
You will be treated as a full team member and can discuss all your ideas and suggestions with us