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Internship: Startup & AI Operating Model
ZEISS · Multiple locations
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May 18, 2026
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- You are currently enrolled as a student (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
Preferred, not required
- your studies include a focus/specialization in Entrepreneurship, AI, Innovation, Startups, Digital Transformation, Business/Tech, or a related field
- Strong interest in startups, innovation, and corporate entrepreneurship
- A structured but creative mindset – you like to think big and make things concrete
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Your role We are looking for a curious, hands-on intern for 6 Months to support the development of a ZEISS startup initiative with a strong focus on AI — It’s not just about using a few AI tools, but designing ways of working where AI increasingly takes over parts of day to day execution.
• What you’ll work on: • Supporting the setup and development of a ZEISS internal startup approach • Contributing ideas on how to define guardrails for “Startup @ ZEISS” • Supporting the design of an AI first Operating Model • Bringing in fresh perspectives, challenging existing approaches, and actively shaping new structures • What’s in it for you: • Direct involvement in building something new at ZEISS • High visibility and meaningful ownership from day one • Collaboration with experienced stakeholders in an entrepreneurial setup • A unique opportunity to help design how startups and AI can work at scale in a global company Interested?
Let’s talk. Your profile • You are currently enrolled as a student (Bachelor’s or Master’s) • Ideally, your studies include a focus/specialization in Entrepreneurship, AI, Innovation, Startups, Digital Transformation, Business/Tech, or a related field • Strong interest in startups, innovation, and corporate entrepreneurship • Curiosity and enthusiasm for AI and digital transformation • A structured but creative mindset – you like to think big and make things concrete • Proactive, hands on attitude and confidence in sharing ideas • Very good communication skills in English Sounds exciting?
Then become part of #teamZEISS and help us shape the future! Please provide your complete application documents (CV, transcript of records, etc.).
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