The Max Planck Institute for Meteorology is a multidisciplinary center for climate and Earth system research located in Hamburg, Germany. It is one of the premier climate science research institutes in the world. Located in the heart of one of Europe's most livable and vibrant cities, it provides a highly international and interdisciplinary environment to conduct scientific research as well as access to state-of-the-art scientific facilities. You can also have a virtual tour to our campus.
Your tasks
As a student assistant in the Communications department, you will work closely with the PR and Communications Officer and, together with a five-person team, help shape our institute's presence on social media (currently LinkedIn and Mastodon). The position is available from September 2026.
- You will develop content ideas—including for research publications, projects, and events—and write your own social media posts.
- You will edit photos, design sharepics, and assist with the production and editing of short videos, including the creation of captions.
- You will keep track of content planning, publish posts, and support community management.
- Using analytics tools, you will monitor the success of our social media strategy.
- You'll contribute creative ideas to help further develop our channels.
- Depending on your skill level and interests, you'll take on additional tasks in photography and design.
Your profile
- You are an enrolled student in Communication Design, (Visual) Communication, Journalism/PR, or a scientific field such as Climate and Environmental Sciences, Meteorology, or Physics, with relevant experience in communication.
- You have a good eye for design and know which content works on social media.
- You are fluent in English and have strong writing skills.
- You have some experience with design tools and video editing software. Experience with the Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, or Lightroom/Bridge, Premiere) is a plus, but not required.
- An interest in photography and videography is welcome.
- Your work style is independent, exact, and reliable. You bring team spirit and creativity to the table.
Our offer
- Exciting and challenging tasks.
- Friendly and intellectually stimulating work environment.
- Insight into the work of the communications department of a renowned research institution.
- Create work samples for your future career.
- Flexible working conditions, 10–15 hours per week.
- Payment according to TVÖD E4.
How to apply
If you’d like to join our team, we look forward to receiving your application! Please send your resume, a brief cover letter, and 2–3 samples of your work to denise.mueller-dum@mpimet.mpg.de. Applications received before 2nd July, 2026 (23:59 CEST) will receive full consideration.