Working Student (mfd) Project & Event Support

According to the Europes Leading Start-Up Hubs ranking by the Financial Times and Statista SpinLab is one of Europes leading startup hubs. As part of the SpinLab Group SpinLab in Leipzig is embedded in a wider network of innovation and startup initiatives including RootCamp in Hanover ExciteLab in Dresden and the consulting company BITROAD. Since its founding more than 200 startups have participated in the SpinLab Groups programs and collectively raised over 655 million in 2025 the group was recognized with the Startup Ecosystem Star Award in the Exceptional Industry Support category awarded by the European Commission and the addition to supporting startups the SpinLab Group helps companies collaborate with startups through venture clienting and supports the implementation of innovation and digitalization processes.

Tasks

• Assist in planning coordinating and executing diverse projects across different departments
• Play an active role in preparing and running our exclusive SpinLab events from small community meetups to high-profile networking sessions
• Communication with partners mentors and start ups
• Help keep our internal systems and databases clean and up-to-date ensuring smooth
• Keep our vibrant workspace running smoothly by handling daily office management tasks and creating a welcoming atmosphere for our team and guests
• Work closely with our core team and provide hands-on everyday support to the innovative startups currently in our program

Requirements

• You are highly motivated to work 20 hours per week to dive actively into our projects
• You love taking initiative and enjoy actively tackling new challenges rather than just waiting for instructions
• You work resourcefully and can drive tasks forward on your own while knowing when to align with the team
• You are a quick learner which allows you to grasp complex topics quickly
• You are fluent English (written and spoken) in best case also German enabling you to communicate confidently with our international team and startups
• Ideally you have some initial exposure to the startup and entrepreneurship worldwhether through your studies a previous internship or personal interest

Benefits

• Fair Compensation: A competitive salary of 14.50 per hour to appreciate your work and support your student life
• Professional Growth: Continuous learning opportunities to expand your skill set including access to specialized courses (e.g. HubSpot Academy)
• An Unmatched Network: Direct access to a large high-profile network within the European startup and corporate scene
• Ownership & Trust: A culture of high responsibility and the freedom to bring your own ideas to life from day one
• Collaborative & International Vibe: A welcoming and humorous atmosphere
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours that easily adjust to your university schedule with the added option of planning workations
• Time to Recharge: 28 days of annual vacation so you can truly relax.
• The classic perks: Coffee tea and fresh fruit are of course on the house.

Have questions before you apply Lets connect! A quick informal chat is all it takes to find out if we are a perfect match.

If youre ready we look forward to receiving your CV and your earliest possible start date.