Master's Thesis Student - Global Diversity & Inclusion: Intergenerational Dynamics (m/f/d)

Location: Stuttgart, Germany; hybrid work

Company

hirify.global is a global organization with more than 48,000 employees in 60 countries, working across vehicle inspections, cybersecurity, product testing, clean energy, automated driving, and artificial intelligence.

What you will do

• Design and conduct a qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods study on intergenerational friction and age-related bias across international teams.
• Connect sociological, organizational, and diversity theories with practical corporate applications.
• Translate research findings into actionable recommendations and strategic dialogue formats for global People Managers.
• Collaborate with the Global Diversity & Inclusion team on diversity programs, employee resource initiatives, and internal communications.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in a Master's program in Sociology, Gender Studies, Diversity Management, HR, Organizational Psychology, or a related discipline.
• Have a strong foundation in empirical research methods.
• Have a keen interest in intergenerational collaboration, workplace ageism, and intersectional inclusion.
• Demonstrate analytical rigor, an independent working style, and proactive communication.
• Excellent written and spoken English is required as the working language.

Nice to have

• German language skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Fixed-term contract for a full-time Master's thesis position with 40 hours per week.
• Flexible working hours and mobile working where possible.
• Practical experience through projects, responsibility, and collaboration at eye level.
• Open and collaborative environment supporting questions, ideas, and professional development.

Hiring process

• Applications are considered only when submitted through hirify.global's online job portal for data protection reasons.
• Contact Dimitrios Cechagias for questions about the application process or position.