Student/Research assistant (f/m/diverse) Postgraduate Programme for Sustainability Cooperation

German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS)

About Us

The German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS) is one of the world’s leading research institutions and think tanks for global sustainable development. It contributes, through research, policy advice and training, to finding answers to global questions affecting our future.

Our Postgraduate Programme for Sustainability Cooperation (PGP) enhances the competence of master’s graduates aspiring to a career in international cooperation for development and sustainability. The Postgraduate Programme offers a comprehensive 360-degree perspective on global cooperation, and participants learn competences for partnership-based cooperation. Participants gain a foundation for reflective and dedicated professional action and are part of our valuable network. Thus, the Programme is more than just a gateway into a career.

Your tasks

• Research on diverse topics related to international cooperation
• Assisting with the implementation and organisation of the programme
• Technical and administrative support for trainings, workshops, and events
• Assisting in the application and selection process
• Compiling statistics and documentation
• Assisting with administrative processes

Qualifications and requirements

• Interest in global development cooperation and international relations
• A good command of common internet applications
• Very good written and oral communication skills in German (C1) and English (C1-C2)
• Organisational ability, diligence, and the ability to work autonomously
• Applicants must be enrolled at a university.

We offer:

• An inspiring working environment at a world-leading interdisciplinary research institute focusing on global development and sustainability
• Standard pay for student or research assistants (€14/hour for student assistants in bachelor's programmes or €15/hour for research assistants in master's programmes)
• Flexible working hours by arrangement (up to 39.5 hours per month)

Further information

We actively promote equality between women and men as well as the diversity of all people in our institute. Therefore, we welcome applications from people of colour, people of all nationalities, religions and beliefs, sexual orientations and gender identities, all age groups and people with disabilities. We are also looking forward to receiving applications from people with a family migration history.

IDOS is certified by the audit workandfamily – Compatibility of work and family.

Applications with detailed documents (cover letter, curriculum vitae, relevant certificates, certificate of enrolment) must be submitted as one PDF via mail to Postgradprogramme@idos-research.de until 08.02.2026.

The job interviews are expected to take place in mid-February.