Working Student - Workplace Team

As a Working Student in SoundCloud's Workplace Strategy and Employee Experience team, you will be involved in a range of responsibilities including assisting with internal communications, administrative support, event coordination, and office management. Your role is vital in maintaining an organized office environment and supporting the team during an office move.

To qualify for the Working Student position at SoundCloud, applicants should be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program in fields such as Business Administration, Facilities Management, HR, or Communications. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in English communication are also essential.

While previous experience in administrative support or office management is a plus for the Working Student role at SoundCloud, it is not strictly necessary. The primary focus is on your willingness to learn, your proactive mindset, and your ability to work in a team environment.

As a Working Student at SoundCloud, you'll develop numerous valuable skills, including effective communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. You'll gain practical insights into workplace management and event coordination while learning how office operations support employee productivity.

The Working Student position at SoundCloud is unique because it allows you to immerse yourself in the vibrant music industry while gaining firsthand experience in workplace strategy. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values creativity and innovation, providing a rich backdrop to help grow your career.

In your answer, focus on your passion for music and how SoundCloud's commitment to supporting artists aligns with your interests. Highlight the opportunity to learn about workplace management while being part of an innovative company.

Discuss your approach to prioritization by mentioning techniques such as creating to-do lists, focusing on deadlines, and assessing the impact of each task on overall goals. Providing examples can strengthen your response.

Describe a specific instance where you faced a challenge, what steps you took to address it, and the outcome. This showcases your problem-solving skills and resilience.

Emphasize the importance of transparency and regular updates in communication. Discuss tools you have used for effective collaboration, like emails and shared documents, to demonstrate your experience.

Explain workplace strategy elements such as space planning, employee comfort, and productivity enhancement. Relate your understanding to how it impacts workplace culture at SoundCloud.

Share a specific example emphasizing your attention to detail, and how your organizational skills led to a successful outcome, illustrating your readiness for the role.

Discuss your flexibility and willingness to take on new responsibilities. Provide examples of how you’ve effectively adapted to changes in your previous roles or studies.

Mention your proficiency in Google Suite and any other relevant tools you've used for task management or office organization. Provide examples of how these tools have aided your work in the past.

Express your openness to receiving feedback, emphasizing its value in personal and professional growth. Provide an example of how you’ve applied constructive criticism in previous experiences.

Highlight your desire to learn about workplace management and gain industry insights. Discuss your aspirations related to personal and professional development within the music industry.