Internship / Junior Consultant (m/f/d) – International Biodynamic Agriculture Projects with International Assignments
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Job description
Master SESIN Sustainable Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation published this listing. We've added our own working-student context below — what this role means for your weekly hours, take-home pay and student visa as a student in Ulm, Germany.
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Description provided by Master SESIN Sustainable Entrepreneurship & Social Innovation
- HNEE
- Hochschule
- Organisation
- Einrichtungen
- Career Service
- 21.01.2026
- 31.10.2026
- merckens
- Vollzeit
- Ulm, Deutschland (Hybrid, Reisetätigkeit)
Merckens development support gmbh (mds) is a specialized consulting company based in Ulm Germany, working
internationally in the field of biodynamic agriculture and Demeter certification. We support farms, producer
organisations, exporters and partner organisations in the transition towards biodynamic farming systems, with a strong focus on soil fertility, composting, biodiversity and capacity building.
Mds is led by Klaus Merckens, an accredited AWS specialist and recognized Demeter advisor, and operates projects in Southern Mediterranean countries, Spain, Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America (including Colombia). Our work combines technical consulting, training, and strategic project development in close cooperation with local partners.
To support our growing portfolio of international projects, we are looking for a motivated intern or junior professional to join our team.
Your Responsibilities
- Contributing to the development and updating of training materials for farmers, advisors and farm
- Supporting the preparation and implementation of training sessions and capacity-building activities (online
- Assisting partner organisations in the development of sustainable farm and water management concepts
- Supporting project documentation, reporting and follow-up activities
- Managing and editing digital content, including website updates, social media channels and e-learning
Depending on your profile and interests, responsibilities may gradually increase.
Your Profile
- Vocational training or academic background in agronomy, rural development, environmental sciences, or a
- Very good command of English and Spanish (written and spoken); French is an asset
- Interest in sustainable, organic and biodynamic agriculture
- Willingness to travel internationally for short-term project missions
- Ability to work independently, with a high level of personal initiative and reliability
- Good MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and confidence in using digital communication tools
- Practical experience in organic or biodynamic farming is an advantage
- Based in Ulm, Germany, with flexibility for remote work and travel to project locations
- Paid internship or junior position
- Remuneration to be agreed upon, depending on profile and experience
- Start date: as soon as possible
Please submit your application by email including:
- A cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience.
- Your CV. Copies of relevant certificates (if available).
Applications to: [email protected] We look forward to receiving your application.
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Working student essentials
What this Consulting internship in Ulm means for you — pay rules, social contributions, and what international students should check before applying.
Weekly hours
Internships have no 20-hour cap, but a voluntary internship longer than three months generally has to pay at least the German minimum wage. Mandatory internships in your study programme are exempt.
Working student rulesSocial contributions
Mandatory internships are largely exempt from social contributions. Voluntary internships are treated like regular employment once they run long enough, so contributions usually apply.
Check your insuranceInternational students
Non-EU students can work 140 full or 280 half days per year (raised from 120/240 in March 2024). A working student contract usually fits within this — confirm the exact limits printed on your residence permit.
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