Student Assistant – ISCC PLUS (Japanese Market)

Your tasks

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certificationis one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. If you arepassionate about sustainabilityand would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to welcoming you asWorking Studentfor 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?

Ready to join our team?

Then we would be happy to hear from you soon! Please apply using the button below with a meaningful cover letter, CV and any relevant certificates. We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you to our team soon! 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.