Internship - CEO Office & Communications (m/f/d)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Intro
Do you want to be at the forefront of a rapidly scaling B2B SaaS company, working closely with the co-founders and chief of staff? You are eager to drive our vision βProtect the people behind the dataβ forward, whilst gaining valuable insights into the fields of corporate communications, business development, leadership and marketing? If you're a self-starter with a passion for innovation and growth and possess willingness to learn, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you.Company
We are a fast-growing tech company with a clear purpose: we protect the people behind the data. With over 250 Guards and Guardettes in four cities (Munich, Berlin, London, and Vienna), we help more than 3,000 international customers to thrive with Privacy, Information Security, and Compliance (PIC). To do that, we combine best-in-class expert support with our self-developed SaaS platform to offer an all-in-one solution for PIC.Responsibilities
- Directly contribute to the companyβs long-term goals and have a measurable impact on DataGuardβs growth and success
- As an intern in the CEO Office with a focus on internal and external communications, you will partner up with our Chief of Staff (former private equity and Harvard) whilst working closely with our Co-Founders (former Goldman Sachs, Harvard and serial entrepreneur) and Marketing team
- You are liaison and organiser in regard to internal speaking engagements of the Founders
- You build our brand awareness by taking ownership of our social media strategy from end-to-end, helping define direction, a content plan, social tone of voice and actual content production
- You will work closely with stakeholders throughout the organisation to strengthen our employer branding via the website, LinkedIn, YouTube and other channels β all from a CEO-Office perspective
- You will learn to manage diverse teams and projects in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
- You drive the development of new content ideas, marketing materials and strategic directions together with the content team
- You will have the opportunity to bring your entrepreneurial spirit on a daily basis, sharpen your business acumen and startup understanding whilst working in a fast-paced, top-tier SaaS startup
Benefits
- The chance to pursue your talents and give you all the growth and development possibilities you need
- Multicultural English-speaking company with over 250 like-minded and ambitious team members from all over the world
- The freedom and trust to bring in and execute your own ideas, a strong focus on ownership, and room for trial and error
- Experienced colleagues at your side to coach and guide you
- Cool benefits for a perfect work-life balance
- DataGuard Flex Policy to strike the perfect balance between in-person collaboration, home office, or working from anywhere in the world
- Lots of responsibility and the possibility to actively shape and define the future of security and compliance
Profile
- Top-tier university degree in a business, technology, marketing or communications related field of study (or equivalent)
- Prior experience in communications, social-media management, employer branding and or public relations or (strategy) consulting a plus
- Early work experience in a fast-paced environment
- Native or professional English proficiency; German a plus.
- A professional communicator, both inside and outside the organisation, able to strike the delicate balance between professional but courageous
- Professional-level PowerPoint and Outlook skills
- You are a creative mind who loves the challenge of a dynamic and fast-paced scale-up environment
- You genuinely care about protecting the people behind the data
- Available for at least 4 months
No matter your origin, ethnicity, gender identity, religion or individual requirements; at DataGuard, all that counts is the person you are. As Guards and Guardettes, we are united not only by our dedication, but also by our shared belief in our purpose: Protect the people behind the data. Convince us with your personality and your skills β and together we will make great things happen. We are looking forward to meeting you!
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Information Technology Support Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Internship - CEO Office & Communications (m/f/d) roles across DataGuard's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Information Technology Support Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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