AI Associate (m/f/x)

Your tasks will include: 

• Support the design and analysis of AI strategies and use case portfolios for partner companies, working closely with senior strategists and technical leads
• Contribute to AI maturity assessments by gathering data, conducting structured interviews, and synthesizing findings into clear recommendations
• Assist in preparing and running workshops with client teams, translating strategic AI topics into concrete, actionable formats
• Analyze AI use cases across business functions, assessing technical feasibility, data requirements, and value potential together with technical colleagues
• Support the development of reusable assets and frameworks for the Strategy & Transformation team, helping scale our offering
• Track emerging AI research, tools, and industry practice, and translate relevant findings into inputs for ongoing client work

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Degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in a technical or business-related field (e.g., Computer Science, Data Science, Business Informatics, Business Administration)

First practical exposure to AI/ML, e.g., through internships, working student roles, academic projects, or early professional experience

Working knowledge of AI/ML fundamentals (e.g., LLMs, machine learning basics, data pipelines) and genuine curiosity about how they create business value

Comfortable working with data and structuring analysis; familiarity with tools such as Python or SQL is a plus

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break ambiguous questions into clear, actionable pieces

A clear communicator and collaborative team player, eager to learn from senior colleagues and client stakeholders

Fluent in English and German, communicating confidently with both customers and colleagues in either language

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A highly qualified and motivated team of ~90 people is on a journey to change the rapidly evolving European AI Landscape

Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work model: You can choose to work from our vibrant offices - either at the IPAI in Heilbronn or the House of Communication in Munich - while also enjoying the flexibility to work remotely a few days each week

Opportunity to shape a variety of projects and the development of new, original content based on the latest developments in AI and its adoption in businesses

An atmosphere that encourages to think and experiment in new ways with software, hardware, and processes

A highly visible initiative that helps you build a large and high-level network of start-ups, partners, and tech companies

No fixed budget for growth – you decide how you want to develop, whether through training, certifications, conferences, or new challenges

Sports membership with Wellpass to access thousands of sports facilities all over Germany (and beyond), as well as online courses

JobRad: Lease a bike for a cheaper rate via JobRad and we cover the bike insurance on top

Sabbatical option: You can take a sabbatical of up to 3 months after min. 3 years of employment - because sometimes 30 vacation days are not enough to explore the beauty of this world

PME Familienservice: A 24/7 support for a successful work & life in any life situation. Benefit from free support in areas like life coaching, child care and many other options

Mobility budget: Every month we contribute to your individual mobility usage with public transport or shared mobility offers within the app Moovster

Workation: Work from anywhere in the EU/EWR area for up to 3 months per year - combining working at a nice place and spending your leisure time in the evening like vacation

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