Company Description
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the food wholesale industry? Look no further than METRO! As a leading international food and non-food wholesaler, we specialize in meeting the unique needs of hotels, restaurants, caterers, and independent merchants. With around 17 million customers worldwide, our multichannel approach allows for easy purchasing both in-store and via delivery, all digitally connected. We're also proud to be developing our online marketplace, METRO MARKETS, to serve our professional customers which has been growing and expanding continuously since 2019. Moreover, at METRO, sustainability is a top priority considered in all our actions, and we've been recognized for our commitment to it by several sustainability indices and rankings (e. g., MSCI, CDP, and the Dow Jones Sustainability Index). We operate in over 30 countries, employing more than 93,000 people globally, and our sales reached €29.8 billion in the most recent financial year, aiming to continue our journey of successful growth.
Join our team as we strive to meet our ambitious growth goals with our “sCore” strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals. These shared values guide us every day and begin with a commitment to our core mission of being the best wholesale company we can be. The basis for this is our ONE METRO spirit - where everyone is needed, and everyone stands together, working with curiosity, determination, courage, commitment, and trust. Come grow with us at METRO! More information is available via careers.metroag.de.
Job Description
Start: 01.10.23 or later
Position Overview:
We are looking for a dedicated and proactive Working Student (m/f/d) to join our House of Learning team, contributing to our mission of promoting excellence in education and human resources. As a Working Student, you will collaborate closely with seasoned professionals in the fields of educational sciences, psychology, and human resources, gaining valuable practical experience while actively participating in meaningful projects. This role is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual currently enrolled in university studies who possesses a genuine passion for education, HR, and personal development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the House of Learning and Leadership Development team to provide support for a variety of projects and initiatives.
- Assist in the creation of educational programs and training materials.
- Conduct research on topics related to pedagogy, psychology, and HR, contributing insights to team discussions.
- Prepare and deliver compelling presentations using MS PowerPoint to effectively communicate ideas and findings.
- Generate written documents, reports, and analyses using MS Word and Excel.
- Engage in team meetings, offering ideas that enhance the overall learning and working environment.
- Demonstrate a strong service orientation by helping team members and stakeholders as required.
- Exhibit a structured and autonomous working style, efficiently managing tasks and responsibilities.
- Embrace flexibility and reliability when adapting to shifting project demands and timelines.
- Foster open and feedback-oriented communication to contribute to a positive and collaborative team atmosphere.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in university studies in educational sciences, pedagogy psychology, business with a focus on HR or a related field, with at least one to two years remaining in your program.
- Affinity for numbers and a solid understanding of economics are considered advantageous.
- Fluent in both spoken and written English, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts.
- Excellent proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
- A passionate and team-oriented personality, thriving in a collaborative environment.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a precise working style to ensure high-quality outcomes.
- Customer-centric mindset with a commitment to delivering outstanding support and service.
- Adaptive mindset, navigating diverse tasks and challenges with a positive and adaptable attitude.
- Openness to giving and receiving feedback, actively contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Fluent English skills, german is a plus.
Why Choose Us:
Joining our House of Learning team as a Working Student offers you the chance to be part of a supportive and forward-looking environment that prioritizes personal and professional growth. Collaborate on impactful projects, contribute your unique insights, and learn from experienced professionals in the educational sciences, psychology, and People and Culture domains. This role serves as a steppingstone for your future career, providing hands-on experience within a dynamic and engaging setting.
Additional Information
- To be part of a fast-growing international team that has significant scaling ambitions across multiple markets.
- Work-Life Balance: Trusted working hours, 30 days of vacation and home office options
- Further training: A comprehensive further training offer over an own training team as well as an own annual training budget
- Well-being: Health programs, a free fitness studio on our campus and regular employee events
- Comfort: Very good public transport connections and free parking spaces including charging facilities for e-mobility. Two canteens with a varied selection of meals and discounts in our stores and at many partner companies
- Candidate has great perspective in further pursuing his career within Metro Group with our fast growing various fields and functions after completing the assignment.
