Working Student Data Governance d/f/m

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia GmbH
To start as soon as possible, part time, fixed term

The Data Governance team at RWE Renewables plays a foundational role in ensuring data is trusted across the organisation. Focused on establishing policies, standards, and frameworks, the team supports data quality, compliance, providing a structured approach to data management. With an emphasis on collaboration, Data Governance works across departments to enforce data stewardship and support data literacy. As we embark on expanding our data strategy in early 2026, there are exciting opportunities to contribute to creating a culture where data is managed and utilised with integrity and purpose. We are looking for a student that has a keen interest in data governance to join one of the largest renewable energy companies in the world. In the role you will be a part of our global Onshore Renewables Data Governance department and make a valuable contribution to the team's success. 

About the role

• Support the establishment of clear data ownership and stewardship roles across departments, helping define accountability and responsibility for data assets
• Being involved in discussions to promote data usability and shareability, ensuring that data assets are accessible and valuable for cross-functional purposes
• Participate in creating and documenting data governance processes that foster consistency, security, and compliance, laying the groundwork for responsible data usage
• Assist in developing standards to make data understandable and findable, enhancing the ease of access and integration across the organisation
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of the Data Catalog, supporting the classification, tagging, and documentation of data assets to ensure they are searchable, understandable, and readily available to stakeholders
• Contribute to data quality initiatives, supporting the setup of systems and processes that monitor and ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of data

Job requirements and experience

• Student (d/f/m) in the fiel of IT, Data Management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or any other related discipline
• High level of initiative, reliability, and strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail
• Very good communication skills and a confident manner
• Good MS Office skills and the ability to quickly learn new IT tools
• Being available for 20 hours a week, days and times will be agreed around your studies and it will be a set time each week
• Willingness to learn and enthusiasm 

Your Benefits

We aim to make your time with us as rewarding as possible by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Alongside competitive pay and opportunities for growth, we care about your well-being and the balance between work and life. Our benefits include:

• Flexible and hybrid working, enabling a balance between remote work and in-office collaboration
• Opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in real-world projects 
• Access to fitness centres or membership discounts to keep you active and energised
• Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential guidance and support
• Employer-subsidised canteen with fresh, high-quality meals

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 91601, application period: 27/01/2026
Any questions? Contact HR: Ebru Merdivan, ebru.merdivan@rwe.com

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia is a leading player in the renewable energy sector with over 30 years of experience. We currently operate onshore wind farms, solar plants and battery storage systems with around 5 gigawatts of installed capacity in our core markets in Europe and Australia.

Supported by a workforce of around 2,000 employees, we continue to expand our renewable generation capacity in a value-accretive way. Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle: we develop, plan, finance, build and operate our projects. With a strong project pipeline, we are working with communities to create a long-term value for everyone, today and for the future.