Working Student (m/f/d) External Communications, Online Editorial & Corporate Branding

METRO is a leading international food wholesaler which specialises in serving the needs of hotels, restaurants, and caterers (HoReCa) as well as independent merchants (Traders). Around the world, METRO has approx. 15 million customers who benefit from the wholesale company’s unique multichannel mix: customers can purchase their goods in one of the large stores in their area as well as by delivery (Food Service Distribution, FSD) – all digitally supported and connected. In parallel, METRO MARKETS is being developed as an international online marketplace for the needs of professional customers which has been growing and expanding continuously since 2019. Acting sustainably is one of the company principles of METRO which has been listed in various sustainability indices and rankings, including MSCI, Sustainalytics and CDP. METRO operates in more than 30 countries and employs over 85,000 people worldwide. In financial year 2023/24, METRO generated sales of €31 billion.

At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our “sCore” growth strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals. These shared values provide us with rules of conduct that are binding for everyone at METRO, in all countries and companies. Our commitment to wholesale is at the forefront of our mission, and we are constantly striving to improve. With our ONE METRO spirit, everyone stands together, bringing curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust. Find out more about METRO at careers.metroag.de.  

What you can expect from us:

You will be part of the “External Communications” team at METRO AG and will assist with maintaining METRO’s storytelling page (www.metroag.de/stories), external communications tasks and branding (Give-away Shop).

We look forward to your contribution in the following areas:

• Uploading content to the content management system (Sitecore)
• Image research and editing
• Editorial support in the creation and coordination of content
• Support with the research and editing of content for external communications (including news, briefings, press releases, presentations, etc.)
• Support with event planning and organisation (e.g. press conferences, media briefings, internal meetings, etc.)
• Supporting project management and other administrative tasks within METRO AG’s corporate communications (e.g. giveaways)
• Supporting day-to-day operations depending on current priorities

What you bring to the role:

• A university degree, preferably in communication studies, media studies or a related field
• High level of commitment and an independent and structured approach to work
• Excellent written and spoken German and English are essential
• Exceptional organisational and coordination skills, highly creative writing style combined with strong implementation skills and a keen eye for quality
• Initial editorial experience
• Good knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Basic knowledge of and interest in image editing, website creation/HTML and working with content management systems

• Work-life balance: Flexible working hours -  up to 20 working hours/week - with the option of mobile working in agreement with your line manager, prorated holidays earned based on your contract and working time.
• Mentoring for the duration of your contract (max. 2 years).
• Well-being: Health days with lots of health checks and information about your well-being, company medical care including a range of preventive services, such as flu shots, OTHEB employee assistance program. 
• Exciting life on campus: Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees, discounts in our wholesale store, and many campus events.