Working Student (f/m/d) Area Human Resources

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in over 50 countries with more than 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 sites.

At the center of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the forerunner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalization.

We are looking for a motivated Working Student (m/f/d) to join our Area HR team for AMWA & Europe at our headquarters in Heidelberg. This position is available from December 1st and requires a commitment of at least 6 months, working 20 hours per week.

Our Area HR Team delivers both strategic and operational support to HR colleagues throughout Africa, Mediterranean, Western Asia, and Europe. In this role, you will support our international HR team and collaborate with colleagues across the Heidelberg Materials Group. You will gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic global HR environment, working closely with team members and engaging with a diverse range of internal stakeholders.

This is a great opportunity to develop your professional skills, contribute to meaningful HR initiatives, and be part of a diverse and dynamic team.

Your Next Challenge

Operational Support: Assist the team with day-to-day tasks. This includes scheduling meetings, updating calendars, helping organize upcoming events or meetings, and revising and improving HR-related documents. Work with a variety of systems, including Workday, and stay open to learning new digital tools that support HR processes.

Communication & Knowledge Sharing: Support the development of the Area HR knowledge platform. Monitor relevant posts, upload updates to SharePoint, and ensure key information is accessible to the team.

Global Collaboration: Engage with HR colleagues across the Heidelberg Material markets. You’ll primarily interact with HR professionals from various countries but also collaborate with other departments within the company.

Employee Experience Projects: Contribute to initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement and experience.

Your Profile

• You are currently enrolled in a degree program such as Business Administration, Economics, Psychology, Intercultural Management, Languages, or a comparable field—ideally with a focus on Human Resources.
• You are proficient in MS Office tools, especially Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and German.
• You bring strong intercultural competence and enjoy working in diverse, cross-cultural teams.
• You have an analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex information and a keen eye for detail.
• You are motivated, curious, proactive, and thrive in a collaborative team setting with colleagues from various backgrounds.

Our Offer

• You will gain valuable practical experience with us and gain insights into the challenges of our department. Throughout your time here, you will have access to the expertise of our entire team, we are always happy to support you.
• We offer you a position with responsibility and the opportunity to build your professional network within an international corporation.
• You will be part of a very friendly and collaborative work environment. Our team culture is characterized by mutual support, openness, and respect. All your colleagues are genuinely welcoming and approachable.
• During your time with us, you will benefit from a wide range of employee perks:
• from mobile working and flexible working hours to various sports activities and ergonomic workstations, all the way to an excellent cafeteria offering healthy meals at discounted prices.