(Intern) Junior Smart City Advisor – Southern Europe

Job Details

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey at the intersection of smart cities, sustainable urban development, and innovation? Look no further than BABLE – an organization dedicated to accelerating positive change in cities and communities.

As we continue our mission to bridge the gap between the public and private sectors, we're excited to offer an opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Junior Smart City Advisor – Northern Europe, based in Stuttgart, Germany.

About BABLE

BABLE Smart Cities is the Facilitator for Smart Cities in Europe, born as a spin-off from Fraunhofer Research Society. With a decade of experience in the field, we offer practical insights gained by practitioners, for practitioners.

Our mission is to accelerate change in the public and private sectors by providing market access and knowledge. We have already facilitated €2 billion in Smart City projects with cities, towns, and regions. Our free knowledge hub connects innovators and the public sector, providing access to some of the most comprehensive Smart City datasets and insights in Europe.

With a growing presence across Europe, we combine local knowledge with global best practices to implement more projects faster. Join us on the journey to a better urban life!

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated and curious Junior Smart City Advisor to join our Northern Europe team in Stuttgart, Germany.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to consultancy and innovation projects across smart cities, sustainable urban development, climate action, energy, mobility, and digital transformation. Working as part of an international and multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will support projects involving cities, public sector organisations, and innovation ecosystem stakeholders across Northern Europe.

The position provides an excellent opportunity to develop professional expertise in the smart city sector while contributing to projects that help cities and regions address complex urban challenges.

What You Will Do

• Contribute to consultancy projects related to smart cities, sustainable urban development, climate action, energy transition, mobility, and digitalisation.

• Conduct research and analysis on market developments, technology trends, innovative solutions, and urban development topics.

• Support the development of project concepts, strategic recommendations, presentations, reports, and other materials for public and private sector clients.

• Conduct market research and identify relevant technologies, companies, solutions, and innovation trends.

• Support stakeholder engagement activities and collaborate with municipalities, public sector organisations, companies, and other innovation ecosystem actors.

• Contribute to project meetings, workshops, and stakeholder interactions by preparing relevant materials, conducting research, and supporting project activities.

• Assist with the preparation of project deliverables, including reports, presentations, strategic recommendations, and other consultancy materials.

• Take ownership of assigned tasks and contribute ideas and insights to support the successful delivery of projects.

What We Expect from You

We're looking for exceptional individuals who share our passion for sustainable urban development, innovation, and smart cities. If this sounds like you, here's what we're looking for:

A Can-Do Attitude!

Problem-Solving Prowess: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to approach challenges in a structured and solution-oriented way.

Research Wizardry: Excellent research skills and curiosity across areas such as smart cities, technology trends, market developments, urban development, and sustainability.

Tech Savvy: Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Independence: The ability to take initiative, work independently, manage assigned tasks, and contribute effectively within a team.

Communicative Genius: Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively in an international and multidisciplinary environment.

Your Profile

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Smart Cities, Urban Planning, Urban Development, Sustainability, Environmental Engineering, Energy Engineering, Sustainable Mobility, Business, Management, Geography, Public Policy, or another relevant field.

• Relevant practical experience in smart cities, urban development, sustainability, innovation, consulting, or related fields is highly valued.

• A professional level of English, both written and spoken, is required.

• Familiarity with German or any Nordic language would be beneficial for working across the region.

• A strong interest in smart cities, sustainable urban development, innovation, and emerging technologies.

• The ability to understand and connect different topics across technology, sustainability, urban development, and innovation.

• While your academic background and experience matter, what truly excites us is your potential to make an impact. Our team is a vibrant mix of engineers, geographers, economists, policy specialists, and urban planners, all bringing different perspectives to the table.

Why BABLE?

We don't just offer jobs; we provide opportunities for transformation. At BABLE, you'll find:

Global Collaboration: Be part of an international team with over 50 colleagues from diverse backgrounds, all united by English as our working language.

Growth Galore: Grow personally and professionally with training, coaching, and on-the-job support.

Innovation at Your Fingertips: Contribute to a movement that turns visionary ideas into reality.

Hybrid Working Opportunity: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working opportunities.

Time to Recharge: Full-time employees are entitled to annual leave in accordance with local employment regulations.

Tools of the Trade: Receive a laptop and the tech equipment needed to support your work.

Seamless Onboarding: Experience a smooth transition into our team with dedicated buddy support.

Empowered Autonomy: Embrace a flat company structure that provides the autonomy to take ownership and make a meaningful impact.

How to Apply

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis, starting ASAP. Apply by sending your CV and a concise motivation letter.

Tell us your story, your aspirations, and your vision. If you're unsure whether your profile aligns with our expectations, reach out to us. Sometimes, the most exceptional candidates break the mold.

Join Our Inclusive Movement

BABLE Smart Cities proudly champions equal opportunities. We're committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Your unique perspective is valued here.