Working Student (f/m/d)

Description

What you'll bring

You're studying user research, interaction design, psychology, social sciences, or related areas and you want to apply that knowledge to real enterprise challenges.

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's in User Research, Interaction Design, Psychology, Social Sciences, or a related field

A solid grounding in user-centred design principles and core research methodologies

An analytical mindset - able to uncover the reasons behind user actions and behaviours

A genuine curiosity about user needs and how technology can better serve them

A proactive approach to learning, with the drive to grow alongside experienced researchers

Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required for this role.

We also look for people who communicate clearly, keep the customer in mind, and enjoy finding smart solutions to problems, whatever stage of your career you're at.

In addition to the role-specific skills above, all student and early talent positions at SAP look for candidates who are open to working with AI tools, including agentic AI, to automate everyday tasks, prototype ideas, and build confidence in AI-assisted ways of working from day one.

What you´ll build

Working with senior researchers, you'll contribute to the full UX research lifecycle on BTP. Your findings shape real product decisions.

Plan and run research studies, user interviews, usability tests, surveys, and contextual inquiries

Collect and analyse data to surface user pain points, needs, and behaviours

Synthesise findings into artefacts, personas, journey maps, and research reports, for stakeholders across the organisation

Collaborate with UX designers, product managers, and engineers to integrate research into product decisions

Organise and maintain the research repository so insights remain accessible across the organisation

Moderate research sessions, team meetings, and workshops

Where you belong

SAP Platform Design & Experience shapes the BTP user experience for developers, administrators, and business users worldwide. Our UX Research team ensures real user voices drive every product decision. When you join SAP, you'll be part of SAP Next Gen, a global community of students and early professionals with access to mentors, development programmes, and peers. The role is based at our Walldorf campus, with regular time working from the office.

Requirements

• Additional Information
• Please use the free text field to write your cover letter and explain your motivation. After submitting your application, you will have the option to provide additional documents, such as university transcript of records, copies of any academic degrees earned, and references from former employers including internships.
• This is a SAP global, strategic, paid working student position that provides students with opportunities to find purpose in their careers.
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