Application Guide

How to Apply for Working Student Corporate & Institutional Engagement GER

at ProVeg International

🏢 About ProVeg International

ProVeg International is a unique food awareness organization focused on transforming global food systems toward plant-based alternatives, making it an ideal workplace for those passionate about sustainability and food system change. Unlike traditional corporations, ProVeg combines advocacy with corporate engagement, offering the chance to work at the intersection of environmental impact and business strategy in Germany's growing plant-based sector.

About This Role

This working student role supports ProVeg's Corporate & Institutional Engagement team in Germany by conducting market research on plant-based trends, creating client-facing materials, and helping organize stakeholder events. The position is impactful because you'll directly contribute to shifting corporate and institutional food procurement toward sustainable alternatives, bridging data analysis with practical engagement strategies.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve analyzing German market data on plant-based procurement trends in the morning, then collaborating with the team to create presentation materials for an upcoming corporate client meeting. In the afternoon, you could be drafting social media content about a successful institutional partnership while coordinating logistics for a hybrid industry event.

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🎯 Who ProVeg International Is Looking For

  • A Business Administration or Marketing student with coursework or projects related to sustainability, food systems, or corporate social responsibility
  • Someone who can analyze German market data on plant-based products and translate findings into actionable engagement strategies
  • A communicator comfortable creating both professional marketing materials for corporate clients and engaging social media content for advocacy
  • A detail-oriented organizer who can manage event logistics while understanding ProVeg's mission-driven approach to corporate partnerships

📝 Tips for Applying to ProVeg International

1

Highlight any experience with German corporate sustainability initiatives or plant-based industry research in your resume

2

Include specific examples of how you've used Microsoft Office/Google Suite for data analysis AND content creation in one project

3

Mention your familiarity with German social media platforms (beyond just Facebook/Instagram) that ProVeg might use for institutional outreach

4

Demonstrate understanding of both business engagement AND advocacy by referencing ProVeg's specific programs like the Food Service Challenge

5

If you have event organization experience, specify how it involved corporate stakeholders or sustainability topics

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your motivation for working specifically at ProVeg (not just any sustainability organization) and knowledge of their corporate engagement approach', 'Concrete examples of analytical skills applied to market research, preferably related to food, sustainability, or German business contexts', 'How you balance independent work (like data analysis) with collaborative tasks (like event planning) in academic or previous roles', 'Any experience creating materials for different audiences - corporate clients versus general public - showing versatility in communication']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → ProVeg's specific corporate programs in Germany like the Plant-Based Food Award or corporate partnerships listed on their German website
  • → Recent German policies or corporate trends around sustainable food systems (e.g., public sector catering guidelines)
  • → ProVeg's tone and content across different German social media channels to understand their engagement style
  • → The competitive landscape of plant-based advocacy organizations in Germany and how ProVeg differentiates its corporate approach

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you research German corporate interest in plant-based alternatives for institutional catering?
2 Describe a time you analyzed data to support a business or marketing decision - what tools did you use?
3 How would you create social media content that appeals to both corporate partners and general supporters of ProVeg's mission?
4 What do you know about ProVeg's current corporate partnerships in Germany, and how might you support expanding them?
5 How would you organize a hybrid event for corporate clients interested in plant-based transitions?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generic sustainability passion without specific knowledge of food system transformation or ProVeg's methodology
  • Treating this as a generic marketing role without acknowledging the unique blend of advocacy and corporate engagement
  • Focusing only on social media skills without demonstrating analytical capabilities for market research
  • Not researching ProVeg's specific terminology (e.g., 'food system transformation' vs. general 'vegan advocacy')

📅 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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