Application Guide
How to Apply for Working Student CTO Office (m/f/d)
at 1KOMMA5°
🏢 About 1KOMMA5°
1KOMMA5° is a fast-growing climate tech company with a mission to make buildings CO2-neutral through integrated solar, heat pumps, and EV charging. They are building a decentralized energy ecosystem, and as a remote-first startup, they offer flexibility while working on high-impact climate solutions.
About This Role
As a Working Student in the CTO Office, you'll own recurring organizational formats end-to-end, support active initiatives with research and documentation, and help plan team events. This role is impactful because you'll directly enable the CTO and team to focus on technical strategy by handling operational logistics.
💡 A Day in the Life
You might start your day by checking async updates from the CTO team, then prepare the agenda and materials for a weekly sync meeting. Afternoons could involve researching a competitor's technology for a strategic initiative, documenting meeting outcomes, and coordinating logistics for an upcoming onsite event.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who 1KOMMA5° Is Looking For
- A student in business, tech, or related field who is highly organized and can manage multiple parallel tasks without dropping the ball.
- Proactive and reliable, with a strong sense of follow-through to ensure initiatives move forward even without constant supervision.
- Comfortable in a fast-moving startup environment where priorities shift quickly and you need to adapt.
- Clear communicator in English, able to document processes and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
📝 Tips for Applying to 1KOMMA5°
Tailor your resume to highlight organizational and coordination experience, such as event planning, project management, or administrative roles.
In your cover letter, mention specific examples of how you've managed multiple tasks or events end-to-end in a fast-paced environment.
Show your interest in climate tech by briefly referencing 1KOMMA5°’s mission or recent news (e.g., their expansion or product launches).
Since the role is remote, emphasize your ability to work independently and communicate asynchronously.
Prepare a portfolio or examples of documentation you've created (e.g., meeting notes, process guides) to demonstrate your organizational skills.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your ability to own recurring formats from preparation to execution – give a concrete example.', 'Your proactive approach: how you identify what needs to be done and take initiative without being asked.', 'Your comfort with ambiguity and fast-changing priorities in a startup.', 'Your interest in 1KOMMA5°’s mission and how this role fits into the bigger picture of decarbonizing buildings.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Read about 1KOMMA5°’s business model: they acquire and scale regional clean energy installers.
- → Look at their recent funding rounds and growth metrics (e.g., €200M+ raised).
- → Understand the CTO Office’s role: likely focused on technical strategy, product development, and innovation.
- → Check out their blog or press releases for updates on product launches or partnerships.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without mentioning 1KOMMA5° specifically – generic applications are easily spotted.
- Overemphasizing technical skills when the role is about organizational support and coordination.
- Failing to demonstrate reliability: do not miss deadlines or provide vague examples of follow-through.
📅 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:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!