Application Guide

How to Apply for Werkstudent (m/w/d) Business Development & Sales

at 1KOMMA5°

🏢 About 1KOMMA5°

1KOMMA5° stands out by integrating decentralized clean energy, mobility, and heat supply into holistic CO2-neutral building solutions, moving beyond single-product offerings. They focus on practical implementation through partnerships with craft businesses, making sustainable technology accessible. Working here means contributing directly to the energy transition in a hands-on, innovative environment.

About This Role

This Werkstudent role involves supporting business development and sales by helping acquire and manage partnerships with craft businesses in renewable energy sectors. You'll contribute to strategies for expanding market presence and assist in implementing technology for decentralized energy systems, directly impacting the adoption of clean energy solutions.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve researching potential craft business partners in renewable energy sectors, assisting with partnership outreach emails or calls, and contributing to sales strategy documents for clean energy solutions. You could also help analyze data from IoT platforms for decentralized systems and participate in team meetings to discuss market expansion in a remote setting.

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🎯 Who 1KOMMA5° Is Looking For

  • A student with demonstrated interest in renewable energy, perhaps through coursework, projects, or prior involvement in sustainability initiatives.
  • Someone with strong interpersonal skills who can communicate effectively with craft businesses and build partnerships, not just general sales experience.
  • A proactive learner comfortable in a fast-paced tech environment, eager to understand decentralized energy systems and IoT platforms.
  • A candidate who shows alignment with 1KOMMA5°'s mission of holistic CO2-neutral solutions, rather than just generic business development interest.

📝 Tips for Applying to 1KOMMA5°

1

Highlight any experience or coursework related to renewable energy, decentralized systems, or IoT, even if from academic projects.

2

Emphasize specific examples of building relationships or partnerships, especially with small businesses or craft sectors, in your resume.

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Tailor your application to show how you can support partnership acquisition with craft businesses—mention any familiarity with their operations or challenges.

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Research 1KOMMA5°'s specific solutions (e.g., their approach to clean energy integration) and reference them to demonstrate genuine interest.

5

If you have remote work experience, mention it to show you can thrive in a distributed team focused on clean energy technology.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Express specific enthusiasm for 1KOMMA5°'s holistic approach to CO2-neutral buildings and decentralized energy, not just general renewable energy.", "Provide a brief example of how you've supported business development or sales activities, ideally in a tech or sustainability context.", "Explain why you're interested in working with craft businesses and how your skills can help manage these partnerships effectively.", 'Mention your ability to adapt to a fast-paced, innovative environment and contribute to clean energy solutions from a student perspective.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Explore 1KOMMA5°'s website and materials to understand their specific solutions for holistic CO2-neutral buildings and decentralized systems.
  • → Look into the renewable energy craft business sector in Germany to grasp the types of partners they work with (e.g., solar installers, HVAC specialists).
  • → Review any news or case studies about 1KOMMA5°'s projects or partnerships to discuss their market impact during the application process.
  • → Familiarize yourself with basic IoT platforms and technology used in decentralized energy systems to show technical curiosity.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Discuss your understanding of decentralized energy systems and how they differ from centralized models, based on 1KOMMA5°'s focus.
2 Describe a time you helped build or maintain a partnership, especially with a small business or in a technical sector.
3 Explain how you would approach acquiring new craft business partners in the renewable energy space.
4 Share your thoughts on the challenges and opportunities in integrating clean energy, mobility, and heat supply for buildings.
5 Talk about your experience working in a remote, fast-paced environment and how you stay productive and collaborative.
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application that doesn't mention 1KOMMA5°'s focus on holistic buildings or craft business partnerships.
  • Overemphasizing general sales experience without linking it to renewable energy or partnership development with small businesses.
  • Failing to demonstrate how your student status aligns with a Werkstudent role, such as by not mentioning relevant coursework or flexible availability.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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