Berlin, office-first | Working hours: 20h/week during the semester, can be increased during semester break | Duration: minimum 12 months, ideally 24 months

About the team

The People Development team sits at the heart of SumUp's people strategy, running SumUp University, our internal learning hub that helps over 3,000 SumUppers across 37 markets grow, connect, and thrive. As SumUp University scales in 2026 and onwards, we're looking for someone to join us in Berlin and take real ownership of the operational and creative work that keeps our learning programmes running smoothly. This is a chance to get hands-on experience across training coordination, content creation, and internal communications in a fast-moving, global environment.

What you'll do

Support the end-to-end planning and coordination of internal training sessions, from scheduling and logistics to post-session wrap-up
Create engaging content such as videos, photos, written materials, and guides to promote SumUp University programmes and increase participation across the business
Manage recurring admin tasks across Notion, Workday, and Google Suite, keeping our learning operations running without a hitch
Collaborate with external vendors, facilitators, and internal teams to make sure every training runs on time and to a high standard
Spot inefficiencies in day-to-day processes and help build smarter ways of working, including AI-assisted tools for repetitive tasks

You'll be great for this role if…

Currently studying Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Organisational Psychology, or a related field
Previous experience included supporting HR, People Development, or administrative work, whether through an internship, part-time role, or student assistant position
Strong working knowledge of Google Suite, with familiarity with tools like Notion or a learning management system (LMS) as a plus
Comfort creating content across different formats like presentations, short videos, written guides, or visual materials
Ability to manage multiple recurring tasks independently, flag issues proactively, and adapt quickly when priorities shift

Why you should join SumUp

🌎 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our Berlin office at Ostbahnhof

🌈 Be part of an inclusive and collaborative environment where different perspectives are valued

🏖️ 28 days of paid leave plus public holidays and special leave days, pro-rated

🚵🏾‍♂️ Access health and well-being support through our Employee Assistance Programme, an Urban Sports Club subsidy, and fitness activities, including on-site gym access, yoga sessions, and team sports

🚆 Benefit from subsidised public transport with the Deutschlandticket, offering unlimited travel on local and regional transport across Germany

🥗 Enjoy partially subsidised office lunches and weekly breakfast

🔗 Receive additional rewards through our employee referral programme when referring talents to join our team

About SumUp

Be empowered to do more that matters.

At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 37 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships.

Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify.

SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.

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