Payroll Intern with German

Fresenius core values:

Fresenius Medical Care is a people business. Our success depends on having the best and brightest employees, and helping them attain their personal and professional goals while delivering excellence in patient care and business results. Our employees embody our culture which is based on core values supporting our promise to improve the quality of life of every patient every day. These core values are: We Care. We Connect. We Commit.

Your responsibilities:

• Support the Payroll team in daily operations and administrative tasks related to payroll processes for the German market.
• Handle and respond to employee queries via the HR ticketing system (AskHR) in a timely and accurate manner.
• Assist with processing and maintaining payroll-related data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support data collection and validation related to sick leave and absence management required for payroll processing.
• Assist in processing Travel & Expense (T&E) data in line with company policies.
• Cooperate closely with Payroll team members to ensure the smooth execution of day-to-day activities.
• Maintain documentation and support data tracking in line with payroll procedures and compliance standards.
• Communicate regularly with German-speaking employees and stakeholders, using both German and English in your daily work.

Our requirements:

• German and English language skills at minimum B2 level.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Eagerness to learn and develop in the HR and Payroll field.
• Ability to manage tasks efficiently and work in a dynamic environment.

Nice to have:

• Previous experience in Payroll, HR, Administration or Customer Support roles.
• Knowledge of ticketing tools (e.g. ServiceNow).
• Familiarity with Payroll or HRIS systems.

What we offer:

• A great opportunity to start or further develop your career in HR and Payroll.
• Practical experience in an international environment supporting the German market.
• Daily use of both German and English in a professional setting.
• Support and mentorship from experienced Payroll professionals.
• Friendly, collaborative, and welcoming team culture.
• Hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office).
• Flexible working hours that can be adjusted to your studies or other commitments.
• Civil contract (umowa zlecenie) with a planned cooperation opportunity until the end of 2027.
• Possibility to gain valuable experience in a global organization and build skills that open doors to future HR, Payroll and People Operations careers.