Student Assistant CAS ETH in Climate Innovation

The CAS (Certificate of Advanced Studies) ETH in Climate Innovation is a five-month executive programme designed to equip professionals with the necessary competencies to lead the climate transition toward net-zero emissions, thus accelerating the transformation toward a resilient carbon-neutral society. 

As a student assistant you will support the climate innovation programme within two areas: 1) communication: by refreshing the official ETH landing website, 2) event management: by managing events, such as lunches, site visits, and social gatherings related to the delivery of the programme in spring semester 2027.

Overall, this dual role will offer you insights in how we communicate a continuing education programme offered at a university, as well as on how to manage the delivery of such a programme.

Fixed-term position for 6 months, with potential extension upon agreement with management team.

Start date: by arrangement, as soon as possible.

Job description

You will support the Climate Innovation programme in the following areas:

• Communication: 
  • Mainly populate the web content management system with already reworked content.
  • Run basic desktop research.
  • Conduct simple data analysis and turn them into charts. 
• Event management: 
  • Organise lunches on the days of the programme for a total of 18 days.
  • Organise 1 dinner with Alumni.
  • Prepare the roadmap to 4-5 excursions.

Profile

You are 

• A Bachelor’s (from the 5th semester) or Master’s student at a Swiss university in natural or social science.
• At ease with computer skills, quick adaptation to operating new software, and performing basic analysis in excel

You have

• Some experience with administration / event management
• Excellent soft skills: problem-solving, creativity (new ideas are highly welcome), analytical, reliable and organized.

You communicate confidently in English, written and spoken. Good command in german is welcome.

We offer

• Gain insight into science communication, lifelong learning and climate innovation
• Acquire new skills in the field of communication & event management
• Join a team who thrives to develop innovative and sustainable content to tackle the climate crisis, as well as to work at the interface between science and society.
• Approx. 8–16 hours per week, arranged flexibly around your lectures and examination periods
• Remuneration based on hours worked
• Start date: by arrangement, as soon as possible

We value diversity and sustainability

In line with our values , ETH Zurich encourages an inclusive culture. We promote equality of opportunity, value diversity and nurture a working and learning environment in which the rights and dignity of all our staff and students are respected. Visit our Equal Opportunities and Diversity website to find out how we ensure a fair and open environment that allows everyone to grow and flourish. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future .

About ETH Zürich

ETH Zurich is one of the world’s leading universities specialising in science and technology. We are renowned for our excellent education, cutting-edge fundamental research and direct transfer of new knowledge into society. Over 30,000 people from more than 120 countries find our university to be a place that promotes independent thinking and an environment that inspires excellence. Located in the heart of Europe, yet forging connections all over the world, we work together to develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.

We look forward to receiving your online application, including the following documents:

• Curriculum vitae (1–2 pages)
• Two references/contacts of previous employers/supervisors
• Current transcript of records
• Motivation letter

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Further information about the Climate Innovation programm can be found on our website . Questions regarding the position should be directed to Carole Rapo, PhD at E-Mail auf jobs.nzz.ch ansehen (no application documents).

Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal services will not be considered.

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.