Internship in Employer Branding (Arbeitgebermarketing) in Germany, Austria and Switzerland (f/m[...]

Job Description

Would you like to help shape the employer brand of a global energy technology company? Join our Employer Branding team and support exciting initiatives across the DACH region while collaborating closely with colleagues across EMEA. In this role you will contribute creative ideas to attract top talent, strengthen our presence at universities and events, and bring our employer brand to life across digital and in‑person channels. You will work with stakeholders from Talent Acquisition, Communications, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, gaining valuable hands‑on experience in a dynamic international environment. Supported by a dedicated mentor, you will develop your skills, take ownership of meaningful projects, and grow your professional network while contributing to a more sustainable energy future.

How you will make an impact

• Event Management: Support the research, planning, and execution of internal and external career and onboarding events in Mannheim and across the DACH region.
• Campaigns and Strategy: Assist in planning, coordinating, and analysing recruitment campaigns and implementing our employer branding strategy together with HR Business Partners and stakeholders across the EMEA region.
• University Relations: Contribute to building and maintaining successful partnerships with universities and other talent attraction partner organisations.
• Digital Marketing: Support the implementation of our branding strategy by creating and managing company profiles on existing and new recruitment and career fair platforms.
• Employee Advocacy: Coordinate communication and activities within our brand ambassador network and become an active brand ambassador yourself, both online and at events.
• Social Media: Create social media posts and templates for Hitachi Energy and our brand ambassadors.
• Branding and Marketing Materials: Support the creation of new branding assets and enhance existing marketing materials, while assisting with the selection and ordering of merchandise products.

Your background

• Currently pursuing a degree in Employer Branding, Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Journalism, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Little or no previous experience in Talent Acquisition, Employer Branding, or Digital Marketing, with a strong motivation to learn and develop in these areas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with enthusiasm for working with people in a dynamic and multicultural environment.
• A creative and collaborative mindset, combined with a willingness to take ownership of projects and events.
• Ability to coordinate cross‑functional initiatives and effectively manage priorities, combined with a genuine passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion that is reflected in everyday actions and interactions.
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills, enabling effective collaboration with stakeholders across the DACH and EMEA regions.

More about us

• Benefit from an individualised onboarding experience designed to support your success from day one.
• Become part of a local Early Career community while collaborating with an international Employer Branding team across the EMEA region.
• Enjoy flexible working hours that can be adapted to your academic schedule.
• Take advantage of a hybrid working model, combining time in our modern office with remote work opportunities.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

Use of AI and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including AI‑supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision‑making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background screening and security checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre‑employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security‑sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.