Student Assistant – ISCC PLUS (Japanese Market)

ISCC – the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding

Independent project ownership

Career development

Team events

Multicultural environment

Hybrid work setup

Modern Cologne office

Free fruits and snacks

Job summary

ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certification, head office in Cologne, seeks a Working Student for the ISCC PLUS Team to help monitor regulatory developments in Japan and support certification extensions for the Japanese market.

You will translate requirements, conduct market research, and assist with document preparation while partnering with a diverse, global team. The role offers hybrid work in Cologne and growth opportunities in sustainability policy.

Qualifications

• Currently studying Law, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Environmental Policy, or a related field.
• Native or professional-level Japanese, with strong English skills (at least C1)
• Strong interest in sustainability, circular economy, bioeconomy, recycling and environmental regulation
• Ability to understand and summarize regulatory and technical requirements
• Structured, reliable and comfortable working across different cultures and regulatory contexts
• Proactive mindset and willingness to take responsibility for your own topics
• Confident use of Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse regulatory and policy developments in Japan relevant to sustainability certification, circular economy, recycling, renewable materials and sustainable fuels
• Follow market and regulatory developments related to bioplastics, bio-based plastics and other circular materials in Japan
• Support the development and adaptation of the ISCC PLUS certification system for the Japanese market
• Support development of ISCC Japan FIT and related certification requirements
• Research Japanese legislation, policies, standards and industry initiatives and assess implications for ISCC certification
• Support translation and localisation of ISCC requirements, guidance documents and technical materials between English and Japanese
• Support translation and adaptation of ISCC Logos & Claims for the Japanese market
• Conduct research on Japanese market trends and sustainability initiatives for ISCC certification in plastics, chemicals and bio-based materials
• Support engagement with Japanese companies, industry associations, policymakers and other stakeholders
• Prepare presentations, background materials, regulatory summaries and internal briefings related to Japan
• Support the ISCC team in continuous improvement and development of certification requirements and market-specific solutions

Skills

Japanese language

English proficiency

Sustainability interest

Regulatory summarization

Microsoft Office

Education

Law or Environmental studies student

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certificationis one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to welcoming you as Working Student for the ISCC PLUS Team at the ISCC head office in Cologne.

• Monitor and analyse regulatory and policy developments in Japan relevant to sustainability certification, circular economy, recycling, renewable materials and sustainable fuels
• Follow market and regulatory developments related to bioplastics, bio-based plastics, chemically recycled plastics and other circular materials in Japan
• Support the further development and adaptation of the ISCC PLUS certification system for the Japanese market
• Support the development of ISCC Japan FIT and related certification requirements
• Research Japanese legislation, policies, standards and industry initiatives and assess their implications for ISCC certification
• Support the translation and localisation of ISCC requirements, guidance documents and technical materialsbetween English and Japanese
• Support the translation and adaptation of ISCC Logos & Claims for the Japanese market
• Conduct research on Japanese market trends, sustainability initiatives and emerging applications for ISCC certification, particularly in the plastics, chemicals and bio-based materials sectors
• Support engagement with Japanese companies, industry associations, policymakers and other relevant stakeholders
• Prepare presentations, background materials, regulatory summaries and internal briefings related to Japan
• Support the ISCC team in the continuous improvement and development of certification requirements and market-specific solutions

Your profile

• Currently studying Law, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Environmental Policy, or a related field
• Native or professional-level Japanese, with strong English skills (at least C1)
• Strong interest in sustainability, circular economy, bioeconomy, recycling, bioplastics and environmental regulation
• Ability to understand and summarize regulatory and technical requirements
• Structured, reliable and comfortable working across different cultures and regulatory contexts
• Proactive mindset and willingness to take responsibility for your own topics
• Confident use of Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel

Why us?

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts,joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core assetand we support our people as best we can.

To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

• Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
• Professional onboardings to help you have an ideal start with us
• The opportunity to work independently and bring in own ideas
• Discover your own career path and interests in field of sustainability
• Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Student Event, Christmas Party)
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment (64 nationalities) with professionals from different backgrounds
• Hybrid set-up (depending on working days pattern)
• Vacation days based on the working days pattern, special holidays and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year's eve, carnival monday)
• An attractive and modern office in the centre of Cologne with free fruits and snacks

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender, or any other criteria that are not professional qualifications for an open position.

About us

ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is a globally applicable and leading certification system designed to enhance traceable, sustainable, deforestation-free, and climate-friendly supply chains. ISCC certifications are widely recognised and cover sustainable agricultural biomass, biogenic wastes and residues, non-biological renewable materials and recycled carbon-based materials. The development and implementation of different certification standards is ISCC’s tool to promote its mission to mitigate climate change and bring more traceability into global markets and supply chains. To date, ISCC holds more than 15,800 valid certificates in 130 countries.

Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at ISCC come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.