Bauhaus der Erde is a non-profit research institute based in Berlin and Potsdam. Our vision is a sustainable built environment that contributes to the protection of our climate and biodiversity. To achieve this, we rethink architecture, urban design, and materials science – together with partners from science, politics, business, and civil society.
Our interdisciplinary team comprises around 50 employees from architecture, urban planning, and various natural science disciplines. We work project-based, scientifically grounded, and practice-oriented.
As an interdisciplinary research institute, our daily work spans from hands-on lab experiments to building smooth workplace structures. We want to ensure your mandatory internship becomes a truly meaningful learning experience that perfectly matches your academic background and personal interests.
Therefore, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all placements. When submitting your application through our portal, please let us know where your passion lies by selecting your primary area of focus from the dropdown menu:
Architecture & Building Design
What you’ll actually do: You will support our architects and engineers with bio-based and regenerative design strategies. You will assist in digital drafting and 3D modeling, help with physical model-making and laser-cutting in our lab, and help organize and catalog material samples for our upcoming regional building demonstrators.
Your background: Studies in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or Urban Design. First practical experience with 3D modeling software (Rhino, AutoCAD) or hands-on prototyping and physical model-making is highly valued.
Resources, Climate & Science
What you’ll actually do: Support our scientific team by conducting targeted literature reviews, gathering environmental and forestry data, and tracking regional bio-material value chains. You will do the heavy lifting in data management by helping our researchers prepare raw data sheets for Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and climate impact modeling.
Your background: Studies in Forestry (Forstwissenschaften), Geo-Ecology, Environmental Sciences, Data Science, Sustainability Management, or Spatial Planning. You love desk research, feel comfortable structuring data sheets in Excel, and have a strong analytical mindset.
Communications & Creative Outreach
What you’ll actually do: Act as a creative engine by drafting first text versions and stories for our social media channels and website. You will source visual materials, support our editorial planning, and take over hands-on operational and organizational logistics before and during our public events, panel discussions, and workshops.
Your background: Studies in Media/Communication Sciences, Journalism, Graphic Design, or Cultural Studies. First experience with copywriting, content creation, or visual tools like Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign/Photoshop, Canva) is a strong asset.
People, Culture & Org Development
What you’ll actually do: Work closely with our People & Culture team to shape our internal frameworks, modern workplace structures, and organizational development. You will help build our internal documentation, create clear master guides for our team wiki, support employer branding initiatives, and assist in preparing the logistics, materials, and concepts for internal team-building and development workshops.
Your background: Studies in Business Administration (with a focus on HR or Management), Psychology, Social Sciences, or Organizational Development. You are highly organized, love creating clear text structures, and are genuinely passionate about team culture, internal communication, and modern workplace operations.