Working Student Research & Innovation - Ideas and Trend Management

REWE digital

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Cologne, Germany

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Yesterday

Estimated salary

€5,293 – €7,716per month

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Description

REWE digital is the tech home of the REWE Group, where IT and non-IT specialists build innovations for retail and for the everyday life of millions of people. As a working student in the Research & Innovation team, which does pioneering work on projects such as Pick&Go and the delivery bot, you support the further development of the innovation process and coordinate the innovation management software Innospire from the user side. You help implement the trend scouting process, maintain software content, initiate idea campaigns and run desk research, analysis and reporting. You also organise ideation and trend workshops and events and support ongoing projects, gaining insight into many REWE business areas.

Requirements

Strong communication and organisational skills with a hands-on mentality and customer focus
Enthusiasm for innovation and technology
Analytical thinking, able to interpret data and initiate process improvements
Confident in preparing information in sheets and slides for different audiences (Google Suite or MS Office)
Very good German and English skills

Languages

German

C1 · Advanced

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English

C1 · Advanced

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Experience Level

InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive

Benefits

Attractive compensation and subsidised food in the canteen

Flexible working hours without core hours and the option of mobile working that fits your studies

Employee discount: 5% at REWE and PENNY plus further discounts at toom Baumarkt and DERTOUR Group

Full integration into the team with intensive onboarding and digital onboarding programmes

Possible cooperation on thesis projects

Comprehensive health and sports offering

Company-wide REWE Group networks such as the LGBTIQ network 'di.to. - different together' and the women's network 'f.ernetzt'

Admission to the 'future steps' talent programme with exclusive events and a talent pool, with possible direct entry afterwards

💰 Net Salary Calculator

Tax class 1, no church tax

Gross Salary

€78,048/year

€6,504/month

Total Deductions

€30,961

40% effective rate

Net Salary (Take Home)

€3,923/mo

€47,087/year

Deduction Breakdown

🏛️ Income Tax€14,912

🏦 Pension Insurance€7,258

🏥 Health Insurance€6,103

🫶 Care Insurance€1,674

📋 Unemployment Insurance€1,014

🏠 Cost of Living in Cologne

Monthly Essentials

Rent (1BR)

€1050

Groceries

€290

Transport

€75

Utilities

€220

Internet

€40

Lifestyle & Entertainment

Eating Out

€13

Gym/Month

€45

Coffee

€4

Beer (0.5L)

€4

Cinema

€12

Monthly Net Salary:€3,923

Comfortable Living:€1,726

Monthly Savings:€2,197 (56%)

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Strong savings potential: You could save €2,197 monthly, which is €26,364 per year.

💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Cologne. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.

Eligible for the EU Blue Card

A salary of €78,054 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).

The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.

Processing

4-12 weeks

Visa fee

€100

Requirements

University degree + Job offer

Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)

Documents needed

Valid passport

Recognised university degree

Employment contract or binding job offer

Proof of salary meeting threshold

Health insurance coverage

Biometric passport photo

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📍 Life in Cologne

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Population

1.1M

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Quality of Life

7.0

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English Friendly

7.0

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Tech Scene

6.0

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International

7.0

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Public Transport

8.0

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Bikeability

8.0

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Air Quality

5.0

🌳

Green Spaces

7.0

🚗

Car Free

7.0

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About Cologne

•Media and TV hub
•Large student population
•Vibrant local culture

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Climate

•Temperate oceanic
•Mild winters
•Moderate summers
•Regular rainfall

❄️Jan: 3°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 11°C

☀️1600 sunshine hours/year

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Safety

•Generally safe
•Moderate crime levels
•Carnival can be crowded

Overall:7.0

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Healthcare

•Good hospital network
•University hospital
•Adequate services

Quality: 8.0Access: 8.0

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Culture

•Famous cathedral
•Roman heritage
•Carnival tradition

8.0

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Nightlife

•Famous for Kölsch beer
•Student bars
•Carnival season

8.0

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Recreation

•Rhine riverfront
•City parks
•Beer gardens

7.0

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Cost of Living

•More affordable than Frankfurt/Munich
•Balanced cost of living
•Good value for money

🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1050

⚡ Utilities:€220

🛒 Groceries:€290

🍽️ Dining out:€16

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Category:Software Engineering

Job Type:Full-time

Experience:Intern

Posted:Yesterday

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