We are the brand for forward-thinkers. We celebrate challenging conventions and shaping the future of electric mobility. We focus on the essentials to bring perfection to customers. We make urban life more enjoyable and entertain our customers with new impulses.
Ever since smart exists, we rewrite the automotive industry’s rulebook. In the 1990s, we undermined the predominant philosophy of ‘bigger is better’ and designed a revolutionary car. Since 2020 we are the first car enterprise that switched to 100% electric! We aim to transform into a leading player in urban premium, electric & connected mobility provider.
Are you a forward thinker too? Then join us now!
The Intern CEO Assistance (f/m/d) position at smart Europe GmbH offers the opportunity to support the CEO and the Executive Assistant in their daily work while gaining comprehensive insights into the automotive industry from a top management perspective. In addition to working closely with the CEO Office, the role includes exposure to and collaboration with the Corporate Projects and ESG Strategy teams, providing hands-on experience in key strategic and regulatory topics at the core of the organization. The internship provides exposure not only to executive management topics, but also to strategy development, corporate structuring, organizational topics as well as marketing and events.
Your responsibilities
Support the central management and coordination of cross-functional corporate projects within the European sales organization, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and timely execution
Contribute to key strategic initiatives, including the smart Mission 2026 Simplification, and support ESG strategy topics with a focus on evolving EU regulations and directives
Act as a key interface between the CEO Office, top management, internal departments and affiliated companies, facilitating effective communication and collaboration across the organization
Prepare and coordinate top management meetings and committees, including agenda setting, content preparation and follow-up actions
Develop high-quality decision papers, briefings and meeting minutes to support informed decision-making at executive level
Support CEO Office topics such as cooperation management, business model development and broader cross-functional initiatives
Create and refine presentations, speeches, interviews and other executive-level communication materials with a strong focus on clarity and impact
Support internal and external communication by preparing structured and compelling content for top management
Coordinate and manage selected operational and organizational topics, including company car management, facility management and company events, ensuring smooth execution across departments
What you bring along
Studies in Business Administration, Engineering, International Management, Media and Communication Sciences or a comparable field (advanced Bachelor or Master level)
Availability for a minimum of 6 months starting in mid of July 2026
Mandatory prior internship experience ideally in the automotive industry, management consulting or any other fields
Fluency in German and English (written and spoken) is required
Proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
Strong analytical skills and quick comprehension
General understanding of the automotive industry
Strong interest in strategy and shaping the future of mobility
Independent, structured and proactive working style
Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills and organizational capabilities
Preferably Class B driving licence
We're building a workplace where amazing people like you can do their best work. Together with us, you enjoy the agile working atmosphere with cross-European responsibilities.
We're creating a culture where personal and professional growth are as important as business growth. Together with us, you will build a diverse and inclusive environment where you feel you belong to.
We empower you to have ownership over work!
