Internship – Global Organizational Development Team

Job Description
Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That's just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people.

In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the Carl Zeiss Foundation: to bring science and society into the future together.

Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow.

Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity.

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As an intern, you will support our Global Organizational Development Team in designing and implementing impactful organizational initiatives. Your tasks will include:

  • Assisting in the development and delivery of workshop concepts, enablement sessions, and learning formats

  • Collecting and structuring data to support our IT colleagues in integrating relevant topics into the HR system

  • Preparing and facilitating stakeholder meetings, team meetings, and workshops

  • Contributing to projects focused on cultural and organizational transformation, skill development, and learning initiatives

  • Creating high-quality presentations and documentation (experience in media design is a plus)

  • Actively participating in team discussions and decision-making by contributing ideas and feedback


  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program (4th semester or higher) or Master's program in Human Resources, Management, Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field (e.g., Sociology, Business Administration)
  • Previous experience (e.g., internships) in HR, consulting, or organizational development is an advantage but not mandatory

  • Strong interest in at least one of the following areas:

    • Organizational cultural change

    • Change and transformation projects

    • Development of new skills and skill requirements based on insights and data

  • Proactive, self-starter mentality with the ability to manage tasks independently and show initiative

  • Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus)

  • Proficient in creating professional PowerPoint presentations and other documentation

  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail

What We Offer

  • Broad insights into the organization as part of a global team

  • The opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, making a meaningful impact

  • Early involvement in projects and deliverables with significant hands-on experience

  • A supportive and inclusive atmosphere that values diverse perspectives and ideas

  • Mentorship and learning opportunities in areas like transformation consulting, skill management, and people development

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