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Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Internship Communication & Learning R&D
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About this Position
During your 6-month internship, you will become part of our R&D Communication & Learning team and help us create engaging learning experiences while connecting our global R&D community.
What you´ll do
- Support the development and implementation of learning and upskilling initiatives for our R&D community
- Help shape and continuously improve our R&D Campus, including learning content, communication, user experience, and community engagement
- Contribute to the planning, organization, and communication of R&D learning formats and events
- Support initiatives around AI and digital upskilling, helping colleagues discover and share practical use cases
- Create engaging content and communication materials for internal communication channels, including SharePoint, Teams, presentations, newsletters, and other digital platforms
- Support the development and enhancement of digital solutions and applications that improve learning, knowledge sharing, and community interaction
- Help collect, structure, analyze, and visualize feedback, participation data, and learning insights to continuously improve our offerings
- Collaborate with colleagues and experts across functions and countries and actively contribute your own ideas and creative approaches
- Take ownership of smaller projects and workstreams from idea to implementation
What makes you a good fit
- Student who is currently pursuing a degree in business administration, communication, marketing, psychology, education, innovation management, digital media, computer science, information systems, or a related field
- Experience with or interest in app development, web technologies, low-code/no-code platforms, automation, or digital product development is a strong plus
- Very good English skills; German is an advantage
- Confident with Microsoft 365, particularly Teams, SharePoint, Forms, Copilot, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
- Strong interest in learning, communication, digital innovation, event management, and community building
- Curious about AI, digital tools, and technology, and motivated to explore how they can support learning and collaboration
- Analytical mindset with the ability to structure information, interpret data, and identify opportunities for improvement
- Strong communication skills and a good sense for clear, engaging, and visually appealing content
- Well-organized, reliable, and comfortable coordinating several topics in parallel
- Proactive and hands-on mindset with the confidence to bring in your own ideas and drive them forward
- Enjoy working with people in an international and cross-functional environment
- Availability for a full-time internship at our headquarters in Düsseldorf, starting February 2027 for a duration of six months, ideally
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Attractive Remuneration
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
- Global Experience
- Interns Community
We offer you an attractive salary between €1.050-2.270 gross per month. The exact amount of the remuneration depends on the desired duration, the type of internship (voluntary or mandatory) and existing degrees.
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.
Note: The email address you provide during the application process may also be used in later stages (e.g. for contract execution via digital tools). Please ensure that only you have access to this mailbox and that you can securely receive confidential information through it.
JOB ID: 26102794
Job Locations: Germany, North Rhine Westphalia, Düsseldorf
Contact information for application-related questions: Recruitment-Germany@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.