Working Student – Risk Management (Quality Check & Risk Assessment Scheduling) to support BU Solar & Batteries in BA Wind

Do you want to shape the future?

Vattenfall is now looking for the right person to fill the position as working student to support Business Controlling for Business Unit Solar & Batteries in BA Wind.

 

Business Area Wind is responsible for Vattenfall’s Onshore and Offshore Wind as well as other non-hydro Renewable activities like Solar and Batteries. Today we develop, construct and operate wind generation in Sweden, Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands and the UK. In addition, we - have a clear strategy to develop our Solar and Batteries operations further.

Project Objective

We are looking for a Working Student to support Risk Management activities for Hybrid project (Solar + Battery), with a strong focus on quality assurance of risk documentation and planning/scheduling QRA risk assessments and workshops.

As working student in the Risk Management you will have the following key tasks:

Key Responsibilities

Risk Assessment Planning & Scheduling

• You will be supporting the risk management process; identification, assessment, and proactive management of risk register (both threats and opportunities.
• Ensure risk register is kept up to date and using industry best practice according to ISO31000:2018.
• Integrate Quantitative Risk Analysis (QRA) for Cost and Schedule in the project, help management interpret results with possible Scenarios.
• Track open actions, due dates, and escalation triggers; ensure timely closure and documentation.

Documentation & Process Support

• Maintain templates, checklists, and process documentation; continuously improve “Work in Smart & Independence”.
• Support reporting: weekly/monthly status updates, risk manager report, and preparation of management-ready materials.

On-site support (when needed)

• Occasional travel to sites for Hybrid construction site, and workshops/audits and coordination support.

Qualifications

Must-have Qualifications

• Strong research skill and Interested in renewable energy industry.
• Currently enrolled at a university (Bachelor/Master) and at least one or plus years to finish the study in Engineering /Business/ Finance or similar.
• German language: B2 level
• Strong attention to detail; ability to execute quality checks with a structured mindset.
• Good organizational & Communication skills: reliable, self- dependent, follow-ups, and stakeholder coordination.

Nice-to-have

• First exposure to risk management, quality management, audits, or finance controls.
• Experience with risk registers, issue trackers, or document control systems (e.g., SharePoint).

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Competitive working-student salary aligned with Berlin/Germany market benchmarks (incl. paid vacation and standard working-student benefits).Hands-on experience in risk management and quality processes in green energy projects.
• High learning curve, and direct exposure to project and site teams.
• Flexible working model aligned with your study schedule (Home office etc.).

Detailed information regarding the recruitment process, please contact our recruiter Sabrina Parsons: [email protected]

At Vattenfall we are convinced that diversity contributes to building a more profitable and attractive company and we strive to be a good role model regarding diversity. Vattenfall works actively for all employees to have the same opportunities and rights regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, transgender identity or expression, religion or other belief, disability or sexual orientation. Click here for further information.

The security of Vattenfall and its employees is essential. For that reason, a pre-employment screening will be part of your recruitment process. The screening is based on the role you will fulfill within Vattenfall and will be performed by a third party, DISA.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Company Description

Vattenfall is a European energy company with approximately 21.000 employees. For more than 100 years we have electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernized our way of living through innovation and cooperation. We are looking for talented individuals who, in addition to their passion for their own role, also have strong team spirit and want to contribute to supporting a meaningful corporate mission.

Working at Vattenfall means more than 'just' having an interesting job in a result-oriented culture. Here you will be part of a challenging, complex and international work environment. We offer our employees competitive remuneration, training opportunities and personal development