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Middle East Valve posted this role. Below, we break down what it means for a working student in Germany: your weekly hours, take-home pay and visa limits. You can also open ChatGPT or Claude with a ready-made prompt to tailor your CV, check your fit, draft a cover letter or prep for the interview.
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Description provided by Middle East Valve
Role Description The Marketing and Business Development Intern role is a full-time, remote position supporting the growth and visibility of Middle East Valve across target markets. Day-to-day responsibilities include assisting with market research, gathering and analyzing data on competitors, customers, and industry trends, and helping identify new business opportunities. The intern will support the development and execution of marketing strategies, contribute to digital and offline marketing campaigns, and assist the sales team with lead generation and follow-up communication. Additional tasks may involve preparing presentations and marketing materials, maintaining CRM records, supporting customer service activities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging and brand positioning.
Qualifications
- Candidates should possess strong Communication and Customer Service skills to interact effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Candidates should possess Market Research and Marketing Strategy skills to support data-driven decision-making and campaign planning.
- Candidates should possess Sales-related skills, including basic understanding of lead generation, pipeline management, and relationship building.
- Candidates should have proficiency with productivity tools (e.g., MS Office or Google Workspace) and an interest in industrial or engineering products.
- Candidates should demonstrate good analytical thinking, attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
- Enrollment in or completion of a degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, along with willingness to learn and take initiative.
Working student essentials
What this Marketing internship means for you in Germany: the pay rules, the 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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