Working Student (f/m/d) – Founders Associate for Business Operations & Marketing

About Us:
AdaptX Systems is a Berlin-based startup committed to making industrial manufacturing more sustainable and efficient. We develop smart cooling solutions for machine tools that help conserve resources and reduce CO₂ emissions – completely without conventional cooling lubricants. Our innovation combines mechanics, electronics, and software into a scalable retrofit system that future-proofs existing machines. In collaboration with leading industry partners, we are shaping the production of tomorrow.

Your Role:
As a working student in Business Operations and Marketing, you’ll be at the core of our startup: You’ll work closely with the founding team and gain insights into all areas of the company – from strategy and day-to-day operations to marketing and finance – while actively contributing to our growth. You’ll take on flexible responsibilities, think entrepreneurially, and focus your efforts where you can create the most value – whether in daily execution or strategic topics.

Your Responsibilities:
You will support our team across various operational and strategic areas:

  • Marketing & Communication:
    • Planning and implementing social media posts and email campaigns
    • Maintaining the website and creating presentations and pitch decks
  • Day-to-Day Operations:
    • Assisting with organization, scheduling, and internal communications
    • Conducting research and managing documents
  • Finance & Accounting:
    • Preparing invoices and receipts for accounting
    • Supporting funding applications and investor reporting
    • Preparing for financing rounds
  • Entrepreneurial Tasks:
    • Acting as a sparring partner for new ideas, business models, and processes
    • Contributing to strategic decisions and growth topics

Your Profile:

  • You work in a structured, independent, and solution-oriented way
  • You are reliable, proactive, and eager to take on entrepreneurial responsibility
  • Confident with standard office tools (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Initial experience in startups, marketing, or finance is a plus – but not a requirement
  • Very good German and good English skills

What to Expect:

  • Real Impact: Get hands-on – close to the product, the customer, and the decision-making
  • Learning & Mentoring: Benefit from direct exchange with the founding team and gain first-hand experience in building a startup
  • Startup Vibes: A dynamic, collaborative environment with fast decision-making
  • Flexible Work: Hybrid setup with office space in Berlin – you choose where you’re most productive
  • Career Opportunities: Potential for a permanent position based on strong collaboration

Job Details:

  • Location: Berlin (hybrid work possible)
  • Start Date: Immediately / flexible
  • Working Hours: 10 to 20 hours per week

Interested? Send us an email at [email protected] – we look forward to your application!

Apply here!