Network Operations - Working Student (all genders)
BayWa r.e.
Company Overview
BayWa r.e. is a subsidiary of the BayWa Group
Munich, Germany
2008
Over 4,500 employees worldwide (source: cbinsights.com). Revenue of over 1 billion USD annually in 2023 (source: baywa-re.vn).
What They Do
BayWa r.e. focuses on renewable energy, particularly on **photovoltaics (solar), onshore wind, and battery storage**. The company offers comprehensive services throughout the entire project lifecycle, including planning, permitting, construction, operation, and trading (source: erneuerbare-energien-hamburg.de). The product range includes complete project management, with BayWa r.e. Solar Systems specializing in modules, inverters, and mounting systems for residential, commercial, and utility projects (source: solar-distribution-us.baywa-re.com). Target markets include developers, utilities, independent power producers, and commercial customers, with a focus on utility-scale solar and onshore wind power (source: energy-infrastructure-partners.com). BayWa r.e. stands out with a **project pipeline of 22 gigawatts in 25 countries**, aiming to achieve an operational capacity of 3 gigawatts by 2026 (source: energy-infrastructure-partners.com).
Projects & Track Record
While specific completed projects are not detailed in the available sources, BayWa r.e. manages **existing wind and solar resources** and has a pipeline that includes a 200 MW / 800 MWh battery storage project in Gladstone, Queensland, Australia (source: energy-infrastructure-partners.com). This initiative is part of the 22 GW pipeline in photovoltaics, onshore wind, and battery storage being implemented in 25 countries (source: energy-infrastructure-partners.com). Partnerships with Energy Infrastructure Partners aim to expand the portfolio to 3 GW by 2026, while collaboration with utilities and grid operators like Powerlink in Australia strengthens market position (source: energy-infrastructure-partners.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, BayWa r.e. announced the acquisition of a majority stake by Energy Infrastructure Partners for 157.17 million USD in February 2025, enabling the global expansion of the platform with a 22 GW pipeline and a target of 3 GW operational capacity by 2026 (source: cbinsights.com). The company applied for approval for the 200 MW / 800 MWh battery storage project in Gladstone in 2024 to position itself in emerging renewable energy hubs (source: cbinsights.com). Although no specific mergers or additional funding rounds are documented, the 2023 anniversary celebration of the BayWa Group highlights renewable energy as a key area for growth (source: baywa.com).
Working There
BayWa r.e. is hiring in areas such as **project development, engineering, construction, operations and maintenance, sales, trading, and solar distribution**, with departments focused on executing renewable projects, technology innovation, supply chain, and international operations (source: energy-infrastructure-partners.com). Active recruitment is taking place at the headquarters in Munich for central functions, as well as in Santa Fe, NM for US solar projects and at project sites in Europe, the USA, Australia, and the Asia-Pacific region (source: solar-distribution-us.baywa-re.com). The corporate culture reflects the cooperative roots of BayWa AG, with a focus on quality, innovation, and long-term stability, pursuing an "open, honest, process-oriented" approach (source: wikipedia.org).
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Job Description
We are looking for a motivated Working Student to support our Team 'Network & Communication'. As a Working Student, you will collaborate closely with the network engineers, contributing to our service deliveries. This role offers hands-on experience in commissioning OT network for energy plants (BOP), configuring routers and switches, risk management, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic environment. Moreover, you will be involved in activities related to process development and project administration, and would get the chance to gather experience working with professional tools like JIRA, MS-Office Enterprise, etc.
What you will do
- Support in first-level service regarding maintenance of network devices (routers, switches, etc) and network setup (VPN, access/user management, debugging, etc.)
- Assist in creating, reviewing, and updating tickets, as-built documentation, processes.
- Contribute to maintaining and enhancing our Service Management tool.
- Support in preparing technical and financial reports
- Support in scheduling planning projects and tasks.
What you'll need to succeed
- High IT/OT affinity.
- Be self-disciplined and structured in mind and in action.
- Currently enrolled in a relevant university program (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Science, or a similar field).
- Basic understanding of OT network concepts, handling VPN, NATing.
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English; German is a plus.
- Hands-on experience in a related field is a plus but not required.
What's in it for you?
- Being part of a highly motivated ever-growing and multicultural team that drives forward the energy revolution
- Innovative and fast-changing market and working environment
- Mobile working
- Flexible working hours
- Modern office atmosphere
- Company restaurant / Barista bar
- Discounted Conditions Fitness
- Discounted Online Shopping
Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding.
You matter to us
At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment.
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