Student Assistant Reception (f/m/d) 20 hours
Dein Job
European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques.
For our Administration group we are looking for a
Student Assistant Reception (f/m/d) 20 hours
The Position
- Assistance at the Reception desk of the main building (XHQ), acting as first point of contact.
- Receive, sort and distribute mail to the staff throughout the campus office buildings.
- Answer basic enquiries by phone, email and in person, referring visitors or callers to the appropriate department.
- Assist Reception staff in managing meeting room calendars and booking rooms upon request.
- Assist in monitoring and restocking needs of office supplies and order water for meetings.
- Keep staff list on the webpage up-to-date, maintain internal phone directory.
- Book taxis for visitors.
- The Student Assistant is the primary assistant to the Reception team, but may also assist other administrative departments with special projects or events, as needed.
Dein Profil
Requirements
- Enrolled University student.
- Flexible, motivated and positive approach.
- Organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
- Accuracy, reliability.
- Proficiency in using office software like Microsoft Office.
- Fluency in written and spoken English; good knowledge of German.
For additional information, please contact Gabriella Mula Mathews (gabriella.mula.mathews@xfel.eu).
Working place will be Schenefeld, in the Hamburg metropolitan area. General information on working in Germany, the Hamburg area and the European XFEL can be found here: https://www.xfel.eu/careers/index_eng.html
Our offer
Become part of a vibrant international and multicultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.
Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, this includes for example:
- family-friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)
- flexible working times and option for work from home depending on tasks
- 30 days of vacation, 24th and 31st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer
- extensive relocation benefits
- generous company pension scheme (6,45% of monthly salary)
- monthly social events and subsidized company restaurant
- partially financed job-tickets for public transportation
- extensive training opportunities incl. subsidized English and German language classes
- Easy and free access to a mental health platform to support your well‑being
Our company language is English.
Reference number: X-385
Duration: This appointment is limited to 1 year.
Application
Please apply online and provide your CV and a motivation letter in English as well as any reference letters.
The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we promote and support diverse and heterogenous teams. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants.
Deadline: 28 June 2025
European XFEL GmbH
Holzkoppel 4, 22869 Schenefeld, Germany
www.xfel.eu
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