Working student (m/f/d) IT & Data Analytics in the Transport Department
- CMA CGM
- Hamburg, Germany
- 24/07/2026
Job Description
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Location:
Hamburg, DE
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Working Student (m/f/d) IT & Data Analytics in the Transport Department
Under the leadership of Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a global leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group offers its customers a comprehensive and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air, and logistics solutions.
The CMA CGM Group is committed to the energy transition in shipping and is a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels. It has set itself the goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2050. Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group helps thousands of children every year through its initiatives to promote education for all and equal opportunities. The CMA CGM Foundation also responds to humanitarian crises requiring immediate assistance by mobilizing the group's shipping and logistics expertise to deliver humanitarian aid worldwide.
The group operates a network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses in 160 countries and employs over 155,000 people globally, including 4,000 in Marseille, its headquarters. CMA CGM (Germany) GmbH is part of this global network and has been providing its clients with innovative services, efficiency, and top-tier shipping expertise for more than 25 years. Its portfolio includes customized multimodal transport solutions and reliable door-to-door service. As the largest agency for Germany and Central Europe, CMA CGM (Germany) GmbH maintains offices in Bremen, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich, Basel, Bratislava, Prague, and Vienna. While the business headquarters are located in Bremen, the strategic departments of Operations, Logistics, and Documentation are centralized at the largest location in Hamburg.
Location:
Hamburg, DE
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Working Student (m/f/d) IT & Data Analytics in the Transport Department
Under the leadership of Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a global leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group offers its customers a comprehensive and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air, and logistics solutions.
The CMA CGM Group is committed to the energy transition in shipping and is a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels. It has set itself the goal of becoming carbon-neutral by 2050. Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group helps thousands of children every year through its initiatives to promote education for all and equal opportunities. The CMA CGM Foundation also responds to humanitarian crises requiring immediate assistance by mobilizing the group's shipping and logistics expertise to deliver humanitarian aid worldwide.
The group operates a network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses in 160 countries and employs over 155,000 people globally, including 4,000 in Marseille, its headquarters. CMA CGM (Germany) GmbH is part of this global network and has been providing its clients with innovative services, efficiency, and top-tier shipping expertise for more than 25 years. Its portfolio includes customized multimodal transport solutions and reliable door-to-door service. As the largest agency for Germany and Central Europe, CMA CGM (Germany) GmbH maintains offices in Bremen, Hamburg, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Munich, Basel, Bratislava, Prague, and Vienna. While the business headquarters are located in Bremen, the strategic departments of Operations, Logistics, and Documentation are centralized at the largest location in Hamburg.
More information can be found at: www.cma-cgm.com
We are looking for a working student (m/f/d) in IT & Data Analytics for our Transport department at our Hamburg location, starting as soon as possible, for a fixed term of 12 months (15-20 hours/week).
We are looking for a working student (m/f/d) in IT & Data Analytics for our Transport department at our Hamburg location, starting as soon as possible, for a fixed term of 12 months (15-20 hours/week).
Your mission:
You will support our transport team in building a comprehensive database (e.g., in Access) of all purchase prices per transport mode (rail/road) via German ports and help us to digitize and automate recurring tasks and data flows using modern IT solutions, Python, and AI-supported tools.
You will support our transport team in building a comprehensive database (e.g., in Access) of all purchase prices per transport mode (rail/road) via German ports and help us to digitize and automate recurring tasks and data flows using modern IT solutions, Python, and AI-supported tools.
Your tasks:
Development of a comprehensive database for rail freight rates, enabling dispatchers, cost controllers, and pricing teams to quickly access the costs of all transport service providers.
Creation of a database of all relevant surcharges charged by transport service providers.
Design of a user-friendly upload option for current service provider rates (valid for 6–12 months).
Creation of Excel templates and Python-based scripts for fast, automated, and error-free uploads.
Development of conversion logic (e.g., using Python) for the easy upload of service provider rates to our internal TERRA tariff tool (Transport Efficient Routing and Rates Application).
Development of automations and tools using Python, VBA (Excel), and Microsoft Access (forms, queries, basic SQL) to reduce manual work (e.g., tariff searches, status checks, exception logs).
Development and optimization of interactive dashboards and reports based on transport data, e.g., using Python (Pandas, Plotly/Dash) or comparable BI tools.
Exploration and application of AI-supported approaches (e.g., for data preparation, pattern recognition, or process automation) to increase efficiency in transport reporting.
Development of a comprehensive database for rail freight rates, enabling dispatchers, cost controllers, and pricing teams to quickly access the costs of all transport service providers.
Creation of a database of all relevant surcharges charged by transport service providers.
Design of a user-friendly upload option for current service provider rates (valid for 6–12 months).
Creation of Excel templates and Python-based scripts for fast, automated, and error-free uploads.
Development of conversion logic (e.g., using Python) for the easy upload of service provider rates to our internal TERRA tariff tool (Transport Efficient Routing and Rates Application).
Development of automations and tools using Python, VBA (Excel), and Microsoft Access (forms, queries, basic SQL) to reduce manual work (e.g., tariff searches, status checks, exception logs).
Development and optimization of interactive dashboards and reports based on transport data, e.g., using Python (Pandas, Plotly/Dash) or comparable BI tools.
Exploration and application of AI-supported approaches (e.g., for data preparation, pattern recognition, or process automation) to increase efficiency in transport reporting.
Your profile:
Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, ideally in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Informatics, Business Administration, Data Science, Maritime Management, or a comparable field.
Strong interest in data analysis, IT processes, automation, and maritime transport, port operations, or international logistics.
Excellent communication skills in German and English, both written and spoken.
Practical knowledge of Python (e.g., Pandas, basic automation or visualization libraries) and ideally VBA (Excel) and MS Access (queries, relationships, basic SQL, form/report design).
Initial experience with dashboard tools or an interest in learning about reporting/BI solutions.
Enjoyment of working with operational data and a meticulous, detail-oriented, and structured work style.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and adaptability in a dynamic, digital logistics environment.
Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, ideally in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Informatics, Business Administration, Data Science, Maritime Management, or a comparable field.
Strong interest in data analysis, IT processes, automation, and maritime transport, port operations, or international logistics.
Excellent communication skills in German and English, both written and spoken.
Practical knowledge of Python (e.g., Pandas, basic automation or visualization libraries) and ideally VBA (Excel) and MS Access (queries, relationships, basic SQL, form/report design).
Initial experience with dashboard tools or an interest in learning about reporting/BI solutions.
Enjoyment of working with operational data and a meticulous, detail-oriented, and structured work style.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and adaptability in a dynamic, digital logistics environment.
We offer you:
Direct insights into the day-to-day operations of transport processing through a clearly defined, data-driven IT project.
Mentoring from experienced colleagues in dispatch, IT, and data management, as well as time to familiarize yourself with our systems and processes.
Hands-on experience in building modern reporting and automation solutions using Python and related technologies.
Varied and exciting tasks in a pleasant working environment.
An attractive workplace in the heart of Hamburg.
Diverse professional development opportunities via our e-learning platform.
Employee benefits in the form of discounts in many areas (e.g., travel, events, household appliances).
The option to work remotely as part of our flexible work arrangement.
If we have sparked your interest and your qualifications match the requirements of the position, we look forward to receiving your complete application documents (cover letter and CV), including your earliest possible start date.
Come along on CMA CGM's adventure!
Direct insights into the day-to-day operations of transport processing through a clearly defined, data-driven IT project.
Mentoring from experienced colleagues in dispatch, IT, and data management, as well as time to familiarize yourself with our systems and processes.
Hands-on experience in building modern reporting and automation solutions using Python and related technologies.
Varied and exciting tasks in a pleasant working environment.
An attractive workplace in the heart of Hamburg.
Diverse professional development opportunities via our e-learning platform.
Employee benefits in the form of discounts in many areas (e.g., travel, events, household appliances).
The option to work remotely as part of our flexible work arrangement.
If we have sparked your interest and your qualifications match the requirements of the position, we look forward to receiving your complete application documents (cover letter and CV), including your earliest possible start date.
Come along on CMA CGM's adventure!
About CMA CGM
Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. Backed by a fleet of 580 vessels, in 2021 the Group transported 22 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) containers. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, which transports 474,000 tons of air freight and more than 21 million tons of land freight each year, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions. Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050. Through the CMA CGM Foundation, every year the Group helps thousands of children through its actions to promote education for all and equal opportunity. The CMA CGM Foundation also acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world. Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 150,000 people worldwide, including 2,900 in Marseilles where its head office is located.