Your role
We are looking for a curious, hands-on intern for 6 Months to support the development of a ZEISS startup initiative with a strong focus on AI — It’s not just about using a few AI tools, but designing ways of working where AI increasingly takes over parts of day to day execution.
1. What you’ll work on:
2. Supporting the setup and development of a ZEISS internal startup approach
3. Contributing ideas on how to define guardrails for “Startup @ ZEISS”
4. Supporting the design of an AI first Operating Model
5. Bringing in fresh perspectives, challenging existing approaches, and actively shaping new structures
6. What’s in it for you:
7. Direct involvement in building something new at ZEISS
8. High visibility and meaningful ownership from day one
9. Collaboration with experienced stakeholders in an entrepreneurial setup
10. A unique opportunity to help design how startups and AI can work at scale in a global company Interested? Let’s talk.
Your profile
11. You are currently enrolled as a student (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
12. Ideally, your studies include a focus/specialization in Entrepreneurship, AI, Innovation, Startups, Digital Transformation, Business/Tech, or a related field
13. Strong interest in startups, innovation, and corporate entrepreneurship
14. Curiosity and enthusiasm for AI and digital transformation
15. A structured but creative mindset – you like to think big and make things concrete
16. Proactive, hands on attitude and confidence in sharing ideas
17. Very good communication skills in English
Sounds exciting? Then become part of #teamZEISS and help us shape the future! Please provide your complete application documents (CV, transcript of records, etc.).
Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Inga Hobus