Working Student Human Relations & Talent Acquisition (f/m/x)

Are you ready to save the planet?

At Greenlyte, we are reshaping the global fuel economy with our novel, IP-protected, direct air capture to fuels technology, which shows superior economic potential compared to existing approaches, even reaching fossil prices. Backed by leading European VCs and with commercial agreement from Lufthansa and MB Energy, we are deploying our first commercial facilities to prove commercial viability in the next 12 months. 
Where Ambition Meets Purpose
We are not waiting for change. We are building it together. At Greenlyte, speed and collaboration define how we work. Our culture rewards initiative, learning, and teamwork. If you want to grow fast, take ownership, and shape real impact, this is the place to do it.

How you’ll contribute

Specifically you will…

• Applicant Management & Recruiting Processes

  • Support the coordination of interviews and communication with candidates

  • Help pre-screen applications and prepare candidate summaries

  • Assist with first-stage interviews (depending on experience and availability)

  • Ensure a smooth and friendly candidate experience across all touchpoints

  • Contribute to tracking and analyzing recruiting KPIs

• Talent Pool & Sourcing

  • Support the development of a systematized talent pool for future hires

  • Research and identify promising candidates using platforms like LinkedIn and XING

  • Help maintain and update our applicant tracking system

• Employer Branding & Communication

  • Contribute to the creation of engaging job ads and updates to our career page

  • Help develop content tailored to specific target groups (e.g., engineers, interns, etc.)

  • Assist in communication initiatives such as university outreach or career events

Your first 12 months in the role: expectations and deliverables

Months 0-3

• Get to know our team, culture, and the basics of our technology

• Support ongoing recruiting activities, such as application handling and scheduling

• Contribute to candidate communication templates and help define initial KPIs

• Take ownership of parts of the early recruiting process (e.g., pre-screening, scheduling)

• Actively source candidates on platforms like LinkedIn

• Draft and publish job postings for working student, intern, or junior roles

• Support the development of a candidate pool

• Help build a structured and searchable talent pool database

• Contribute to developing target group-specific communication strategies

• Get involved in planning or supporting recruiting campaigns or employer branding activities

About you

• Ongoing studies in a relevant field (e.g., HR, Psychology, Business, Communication)

• Strong organizational skills and an interest in working with people

• Clear, professional, and empathetic communication skills — English required; German is a plus

• A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently

• Curiosity and motivation to learn about recruiting, employer branding, and organizational development

What we offer

If you want a career where purpose meets progress, Greenlyte is the place to build it.

• 20 days vacation plus public holidays to ensure you also have the down time needed to rest and recharge.

• The possibility to grow and shape your role.

• Working with founders who understand – and invest time in – the importance of building a healthy and sustainable organization.

• Open and transparent communication on company development.

Noteworthy points

At Greenlyte, you grow fast and work on something that matters. From day one, you take ownership of projects that turn technology into real impact. You’ll collaborate with ambitious, curious people who move quickly and support each other along the way.
Our culture is open, trusting, and driven by learning. We value initiative over hierarchy. Here, your ideas count, your growth is visible, and your impact is tangible.
This role cannot be done fully remotely. We require someone who lives within commuting distance to Essen.

Did you like what you just read? Apply directly and send us your CV. We look forward to hearing from you!