Student Assistant – ISCC PLUS (Japanese Market)
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Job Summary
- Monitor and analyse regulatory and policy developments in Japan relevant to sustainability certification circular economy recycling renewable materials and sustainable fuels
- Follow market and regulatory developments related to bioplastics bio-based plastics chemically recycled plastics and other circular materials in Japan
- Support the further development and adaptation of the ISCC PLUS certification system for the Japanese market
- Support the development of ISCC Japan FIT and related certification requirements
- Research Japanese legislation policies standards and industry initiatives and assess their implications for ISCC certification
- Support the translation and localisation of ISCC requirements guidance documents and technical materialsbetween English and Japanese
- Support the translation and adaptation of ISCC Logos & Claimsfor the Japanese market
- Conduct research on Japanese market trends sustainability initiatives and emerging applications for ISCC certification particularly in the plastics chemicals and bio-based materials sectors
- Support engagement with Japanese companies industry associations policymakers and other relevant stakeholders
- Prepare presentations background materials regulatory summaries and internal briefings related to Japan
- Support the ISCC team in the continuous improvement and development of certification requirements and market-specific solutions
- Currently studying Law Environmental Studies Sustainability Environmental Policy or a related field
- Native or professional-level Japanese with strong English skills (at least C1)
- Strong interest in sustainability circular economy bioeconomy recycling bioplastics and environmental regulation
- Ability to understand and summarize regulatory and technical requirements
- Structured reliable and comfortable working across different cultures and regulatory contexts
- Proactive mindset and willingness to take responsibility for your own topics
- Confident use of Microsoft Office particularly PowerPoint Word and Excel
We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced expertsjoining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core assetand we support our people as best we can.
To help you build your future and thrive with us we offer:
Development Opportunity
- Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services 4C Services and ClimatePal giving you even more development opportunities
- Professional onboardings to help you have an ideal start with us
- The opportunity to work independently and bring in own ideas
- Discover your own career path and interests in field of sustainability
Great Team Environment
- Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity Summer Student Event Christmas Party)
- Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment (64 nationalities) with professionals from different backgrounds
Benefits
- Hybridset-up (depending on working days pattern)
- Vacation days based on the working days pattern special holidays and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve new years eve carnival monday)
- An attractive and modern office in the centre of Cologne with free fruits and snacks
We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you to our team soon!
We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age race gender or any other criteria that are not professional qualifications for an open position.
Our close-knit team of dedicated supportive and highly motivated professionals atISCC come from a variety of backgrounds which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is a globally applicable and leading certification system designed to enhance traceable, sustainable, deforestation-free, and climate-friendly supply chains. ISCC certifications are widely recognised and cover sustainable ag ... View more
