Talent Acquisition Intern

About the role

This is a Talent Acquisition Internship focused on being the operational backbone of the talent team at trawa, a climate-tech startup. You'll manage the entire recruitment process from sourcing to candidate experience, working with modern tools and AI solutions to help build high-performing teams in the energy transition space.

What you'll do

• Source candidates via LinkedIn, conduct initial profile assessments and handle outreach
• Screen applications against basic requirements and guide candidates through the hiring pipeline
• Maintain ATS systems and tracking tools to keep all stakeholders informed
• Organize interviews end-to-end including scheduling, coordination and information management
• Ensure strong candidate experience through timely communication and process guidance
• Collect and follow up on interview feedback from stakeholders
• Support cross-functional hiring across Product, Engineering, Operations and Commercial teams
• Participate in talent team routines and provide ad-hoc support during busy hiring periods

What you'll need

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor/Master studies (gap year or between study phases also possible)
• Passion for operational excellence and measurable process improvement
• Experience with productivity tools like Google Calendar or willingness to learn quickly
• Structured, detail-oriented work approach with big-picture thinking
• Clear, reliable communication skills and genuine interest in recruiting operations
• Hands-on mentality with ability to take ownership and drive results
• Empathetic and professional approach with candidates and stakeholders
• Proactive problem-solving skills to identify bottlenecks early
• Affinity for digital tools and automation technologies
• Native German and fluent English (written and spoken)
• Based in Berlin and able to work on-site

What they offer

• Impact from day one influencing candidate experience and hiring processes
• Creative freedom to build recruiting operations and implement ideas
• Office-first culture in Berlin-Mitte with flexible working hours
• Minimum 3 months (ideally 6 months) with potential full-time conversion
• End-to-end recruiting experience in climate-tech startup environment
• Inclusive work environment that values diversity