Working Student (f/d/m) Frontend & Design Engineering - Next.js

→ MUC / BER / Hybrid
&why - career - team walking in the sunset in a backyard in berlin
&why - team working in the munich office
&why - career - team walking in the sunset in a backyard in berlin

About &why

We started &why believing we can build better products by asking why, by caring deeply, by moving fast and being courageous. We create digital experiences that are impactful, human, and timeless — across cultural platforms, high-scale consumer products, and emerging-tech experiments. From building the digital platform for KKL Luzern, to shipping features for millions of users at FreeNow, to early AI Agent prototypes with B-Lab — we’re developing our own tech platform that powers all upcoming projects.

What this role is about

As a Working Student in Frontend & Design Engineering, you’ll be the link between design and code. You’ll build, prototype, animate and experiment — and learn how real product teams push creative engineering.

How you make an impact

  • Contribute to modern, high-performance web experiences built with Next.js, React & TypeScript.
  • Explore how interfaces move, feel, and behave — from micro-interactions to experimental animations with Framer Motion or GSAP.
  • Work closely with designers to turn ideas into interactive prototypes and polished experiences.
  • Add clarity, structure, and visual precision to the product experience.
  • Grow your engineering and design craft through feedback, experimentation, and collaboration with a senior team that cares deeply about aesthetics and quality.

Requirements

  • First hands-on experience building React/Next.js projects (uni, side projects, internships)
  • A portfolio or GitHub showing curiosity, detail focus and design awareness
  • You enjoy collaborating with designers and thinking visually
  • A structured, reliable way of working — paired with ambition
  • Curiosity for what’s next: AI, 3D, micro-interactions, storytelling
  • Very good English skills (written & spoken)
  • German skills are a plus

Nice to have:

  • Experience with 3D / WebGL (Three.js, R3F)
  • Experience with design systems, CMS setups or more experimental interfaces
Our Team Experience is as Important as Our Customer Experience

Weve been in this business long enough to know: our own experience is just as important as our clients. That means healthy working hours, a team that has your back, and strong processes that allow you to focus on shipping great work. Enjoy regular remote and on-site team events, including our legendary pizza party. And finally, be part of a project that lasts - shape our future actively and expand our culture.

&why - pizza party in the backyard of the munich office
A journey of constant growth based on ambitious and impactful projects.
For us, growth is fueled by ambitious and impactful projects. Enjoy diverse opportunities like leading your own projects, flexible working hours, and working on creative challenges such as multilingual websites, eCommerce shops, branding, and AR/VR experiences for clients that share our B Corp values. Plus, benefit from a €1500 annual education budget and Insights Discovery personality coaching to support your personal and professional development.
&why - Summer Strategy day 2024 in the mountains near lake Tegernsee
Perks You Actually Need: From Flexibility to Remote Work to Health

We believe perks should enhance your life, not just your work. Thats why we offer flexible working hours, including the option for 4/5 day weeks, and the freedom to work remotely up to three days a week. Need a change of scenery? Enjoy up to two months of workation within the EU. Into sports? Get a subsidized gym membership, a Job-Rad or free yoga classes in the Munich office every Monday. Its all about giving you the balance and support you need to thrive.

P.S.: yes, of course, we have those free drinks and fruits too ;)

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Culture & Purpose at &why
Benefits that are actually useful
Flexible terms
Hybrid work
Structured onboarding
Regular feedback
Early ownership
Post-graduation full-time option
Perks & discounts
Fitness membership