MBA Working Student Co-Location BESS

About Us:

Welcome to Terra One an exciting-fast growing company focused on developing and operating large-scale battery storage systems in Germany. With a focus on innovation and sustainability our company is driving forward the expansion of renewable energy infrastructure in order to make a significant contribution to achieving climate neutrality.

Our Mission:

At Terra One we accelerate the expansion of renewable energy infrastructure by developing and implementing innovative solutions. Our initial focus is on battery storage a crucial component for establishing a flexible and environmentally friendly power grid. By providing energy when it is most needed we help improve the reliability and efficiency of the power grid while simultaneously reducing CO2 emissions. Equally important to our mission is our AI-based energy trading in the European market which works hand in hand with our battery storage solutions.

Our Team:

The Co-Location Origination team is responsible for securing all business opportunities related to co-located BESS projects. The team develops targeted commercial strategies evaluates technical feasibility and identifies partnership models for integrating BESS with existing and planned renewable energy sites. Our team is composed of industry experts with strong sales commercial and technical backgrounds enabling us to translate early-stage opportunities into concrete executable projects.

Career Opportunity:

As an MBA Working Student Junior Finance Analyst in our Co-Location team youll contribute directly to Terra Ones strategic and financial initiatives. Working closely with the hiring manager and cross-functional teams youll support the development of new business strategies financial assessments and project finance activities that drive our growth.

A central responsibility of this role is to lead a targeted strategic project focused on evaluating a new business opportunity within the Co-Location function. You will independently conduct market and financial research develop a business case and prepare strategic frameworks and recommendations that inform leadership decisions.

This is a part-time student position (up to 20 hours per week) ideal for an MBA candidate who wants to apply their analytical skills deepen their financial expertise and make an impact in a fast-paced mission-driven environment.

Your Tasks:

• Take ownership of a targeted strategic project within the Co-Location team including research analysis and development of recommendations.
• Support commercial assessments of new co-location opportunities through market research partner mapping and competitor benchmarking.
• Assist in evaluating commercial models and partnership structures for co-located BESS projects.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of Excel-based financial models (forecasts simple valuations sensitivities).
• Support preliminary project finance assessments and early-stage economic evaluations.
• Help prepare business cases and strategic materials for internal stakeholders.
• Support operational planning activities such as resource planning timelines and internal coordination.
• Assist in early-stage M&A or due-diligence research where applicable.
• Provide ad-hoc analytical and organizational support to the Co-Location team and when needed to the Finance or Accounting functions.

What is expected from you:

• Ability to learn quickly work independently and are a self-starter.
• Strong understanding of business fundamentals and ability to evaluate strategies.
• Prior experience working in startups or dynamic environments.
• Legally able to work in Germany and currently living in Germany.

Qualifications:

• Current MBA student or recent MBA graduate.
• Excellent communication skills in English (C1).
• Strong proficiency in Excel (formulas financial modelling forecasting).
• Foundational experience with project finance valuation methods or financial analysis
• Experience in M&A due diligence or corporate finance projects is a strong plus.

What We Offer

• A role with real responsibility and high learning opportunities
• Insight into a growing climate tech company
• A modern office with a rooftop terrace and in-house cook
• Free snacks & drinks
• A friendly international team working toward a meaningful mission
• Flexible remote work possibilities
• Professional development support
• Gym membership benefits
• Deutschland Ticket subscription

Diversity & Inclusion

At Terra One we believe that different perspectives drive better solutions. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment where everyone is respected and empowered.

Join us and contribute to building the intelligent energy systems of tomorrow. If you see a fit apply now were excited to hear from you!

To prepare yourself better for the interview process and have a better understanding on Terra One you can have a read on our Ethos and Master Plan: