ISCC – the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification

Student Assistant - GIS / Remote Sensing

ISCC – the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification  •  Köln, DE (Remote)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Your tasks

Global Risk Assessment Services (GRAS) is an innovative company providing information to ecological and social sustainability. GRAS helps agricultural producers, processors, brand owners, traders, NGOs, scientists and investors to review sustainability risks for individual suppliers, sourcing areas or countries. In addition, GRAS supports certification systems, certification bodies and auditors in objective sustainability analysis and verification of land use change.
If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to welcoming you as Working Student for the GIS & Sustainability Team at the GRAS head office in Cologne.

You will be assigned to one of the two teams according to your expertise and motivation. Your tasks mainly include:
  • You will review literature and evaluate available methodologies, data, publication, etc. 
  • You will process and evaluate GIS and Remote Sensing data under guidance 
  • You will prepare presentations and documents 
  • You will support in project work 

Your profile

  • Enrolled student in geography, geoinformatics, agriculture and forestry, agricultural economics and/ or a study with a thematic focus on topics such as sustainability, environmental and climate protection
  • Good knowledge in QGIS or ArcGIS 
  • Experience in geospatial analysis and geodata processing 
  • Knowledge of programming languages is an advantage (Python, R, Java Script for GEE) 
  • Very good knowledge of spoken and written English is essential (at least C1)
  • Ability to work in an international team as well as independently 
  • Pro-active working style and attention to detail 
  • Availability as a student assistant between 10 - 20 hours a week by arrangement for at least one year 
  • Good knowledge of standard software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)


Why us?

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that  our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.
 
To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:
 
Development Opportunity
  • Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, ISCC System, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
  • Professional onboardings to help you have an ideal start with us
  • The opportunity to work independently and bring in own ideas
  • Discover your own career path and interests in field of sustainability 

  Great Team Environment
  • Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Student Event, Christmas Party)
  • Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment (64 nationalities) with professionals from different backgrounds
 
  Benefits
  • Hybrid set-up (depending on working days pattern)
  • Vacation days based on the working days pattern, special holidays and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year’s eve, carnival monday)
  • An attractive and modern office in the centre of Cologne with free fruits and snacks

Ready to join our team?

Then we would be happy to hear from you soon! Please apply using the button below with a meaningful cover letter, CV and any relevant certificates.
We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you to our team soon!
We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender, or any other criteria that are not professional qualifications for an open position.
ISCC – the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification

About ISCC – the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification

Working towards a more sustainable world

Our mission is to empower companies and stakeholders across industries to build sustainable supply chains through trusted and comprehensive certification. We verify responsible sourcing, traceability, and deforestation-free practices, fostering positive environmental and social impact worldwide.

Our vision is to be the global leader in sustainability certification, ensuring that every supply chain contributes to a climate-friendly, circular, and ethical economy with equitable social safeguards and the protection of resources for future generations.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Cologne, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
iscc-system.org
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