IndieKidz GmbH

• You will work on the technical development of Occibo, mainly on backend services, APIs, database logic, file handling, AI workflow integration, and selected full-stack features. • Build and improve backend APIs using Node.js, TypeScript, and Express.js • Work with Supabase for database, authentication, and data management • Support file storage workflows using Cloudflare R2 • Help build AI workflow orchestration for book creation, illustration, layout, and export • Work with queue-based processing using Redis and BullMQ • Support integration with AI image-generation workflows such as ComfyUI • Create clean, maintainable, and well-documented code • Debug, test, and improve existing backend services • Support selected frontend or full-stack tasks when needed • Collaborate with product, design, and content team members

Role Description We are looking for a motivated Backend / Full-Stack Developer Intern to support the development of Occibo mainly open to work in early stage startup. Duration: 3–6 months / Compensation: Unpaid mandatory internship You will work on the technical development of Occibo, mainly on backend services, APIs, database logic, file handling, AI workflow integration, and selected full-stack features. This role is ideal for a student who wants hands-on experience building a real SaaS product using modern backend and AI infrastructure. - Build and improve backend APIs using Node.js, TypeScript, and Express.js - Work with Supabase for database, authentication, and data management - Support file storage workflows using Cloudflare R2 - Help build AI workflow orchestration for book creation, illustration, layout, and export - Work with queue-based processing using Redis and BullMQ - Support integration with AI image-generation workflows such as ComfyUI - Create clean, maintainable, and well-documented code - Debug, test, and improve existing backend services - Support selected frontend or full-stack tasks when needed - Collaborate with product, design, and content team members Qualifications - You have hands-on knowledge of JavaScript / TypeScript - You understand backend development, APIs, databases, and Git - You are interested in early stage AI, SaaS products, and product development - You can work independently in a remote setup - You write clean code and are willing to learn - You are reliable, curious, and proactive Benefits - Real experience building an AI SaaS product from early stage - Hands-on work with modern backend and AI infrastructure - Exposure to product thinking, architecture, and startup execution - Opportunity to work directly with the founder - Remote and flexible working setup - Internship certificate after successful completion - Recommendation letter based on performance Company Description IndieKidz GmbH is a young Berlin based startup building meaningful learning experiences for children. We create screen free books, magazines, and activities that blend early learning with cultural roots. Alongside this, we are building Occibo, a modern platform for authors and publishers. Occibo uses AI assisted workflows to simplify children’s book creation. Together, we combine creativity, technology, and real publishing needs. Our goal is to make high quality children’s content easier to create and joyful to use.

• Support marketing campaigns for children’s books and publishing projects • Research target audiences such as parents teachers schools and book communities • Assist in preparing social media posts and promotional content for books • Help identify relevant blogs reviewers and online reading communities • Support simple SEO tasks such as keyword research and improving article titles descriptions and content structure • Assist with basic marketing automation such as email newsletters campaign scheduling and audience segmentation • Track marketing experiments engagement metrics and campaign results • Assist with outreach to reviewers bloggers and educators • Help prepare promotional materials for book launches and campaigns • Research children’s publishing trends competing titles and reader interests

• Collaborate with our engineering team to brainstorm and create user-friendly interfaces. • Assist in conducting user research and usability testing to gather feedback. • Help design wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for web SaaS UI.. • Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving user experience. • Support the preparation and maintenance of design documentation and assets.

• Research and document how books move from manuscript to publishing • Support marketing campaigns for children’s books and publishing projects • Research target audiences such as parents teachers schools and book communities • Assist in preparing social media posts and promotional content for books • Help identify relevant blogs reviewers and online reading communities • Support simple SEO tasks such as keyword research and improving article titles descriptions and content structure • Assist with basic marketing automation such as email newsletters campaign scheduling and audience segmentation • Track marketing experiments engagement metrics and campaign results • Assist with outreach to reviewers bloggers and educators • Help prepare promotional materials for book launches and campaigns • Research children’s publishing trends competing titles and reader interests

Role Description Occibo (occibo [.] com) is SaaS from IndieKidz - An AI platform that helps creators turn a manuscript into a fully illustrated children’s book. You will research and document how books move from manuscript to publishing and help translate that into product features. This internship supports marketing and audience growth for children’s books and publishing projects. The role suits students studying publishing, literature, communications, marketing, or related fields who want hands-on exposure to book marketing, audience building, and digital promotion. - Support marketing campaigns for children’s books and publishing projects - Research target audiences such as parents, teachers, schools, and book communities - Assist in preparing social media posts and promotional content for books - Help identify relevant blogs, reviewers, and online reading communities - Support simple SEO tasks such as keyword research and improving article titles, descriptions, and content structure - Assist with basic marketing automation such as email newsletters, campaign scheduling, and audience segmentation - Track marketing experiments, engagement metrics, and campaign results - Assist with outreach to reviewers, bloggers, and educators - Help prepare promotional materials for book launches and campaigns - Research children’s publishing trends, competing titles, and reader interests Qualifications - Currently enrolled in BA or MA program in Publishing, Literature, Communications, Marketing, or related field - Strong written English and other EU languages - Interest in children’s books, storytelling, and publishing - Ability to research and organize information - Basic understanding of social media platforms - Ability to work independently and communicate clearly Benefits - Real experience in children’s publishing workflows - Exposure to AI-assisted book creation tools - Work directly with founders building a publishing platform - Opportunity to contribute to a global creator product Company Description IndieKidz is a young Berlin-based startup building meaningful learning experiences for children. We create screen-free books, magazines, and activities that blend early learning with cultural roots. Alongside this, we are building Occibo (occibo [.] com), a modern platform for authors and publishers. Occibo uses AI-assisted workflows to simplify children’s book creation. Together, we combine creativity, technology, and real publishing needs. Our goal is to make high-quality children’s content easier to create and joyful to use.

Role Description Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of UX/UI design with IndieKidz GmbH building Occibo (occibo dot com) in Berlin? We're on the hunt for a creative and motivated intern who’s eager to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact in our team. This unpaid internship is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about design and looking to build their portfolio. As part of our crew, you’ll work closely with our seasoned software engineers, contributing to innovative product and helping to craft engaging user experiences that truly resonate. You'll get to experiment, learn, and grow in a supportive environment where your ideas are valued. If you're someone who thrives in a collaborative setting and is excited about shaping the future of user interaction, we’d love to hear from you. Jumpstart your career with us and bring your unique flair to the table! Product: Occibo (occibo dot com) is a self-service, AI-powered platform that helps solo children’s book creators go from raw manuscript to print-ready and upload-ready books, with guided editing, instant illustration options, and production-safe layouts. We are building a clean, artistic, high conversion web experience that makes book creation feel fast, simple, and premium, without needing external editors, illustrators, or designers. This is an UNPAID internship. Start: ASAP if possible Duration: 3 to 6 months Tasks - Collaborate with our engineering team to brainstorm and create user-friendly interfaces. - Assist in conducting user research and usability testing to gather feedback. - Help design wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for web SaaS UI. - Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving user experience. - Support the preparation and maintenance of design documentation and assets. Requirements - Enthusiasm for UX/UI design and a keen eye for detail. - Good to have AI tooling knowledge. - Basic knowledge of design tools like Figma or Adobe XD. - Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. - Strong communication skills to collaborate with the team. - Currently enrolled in a relevant study program or similar educational background. Benefits - Free seat in Coworking place in Berlin, Neukölln or work fully remote in Berlin (1 day working together) or nearby areas. - Lunch is on us when we meet and work together once a week. - Great learning opportunity where we are building product UI from scratch. - This is an UNPAID internship and may be useful to fulfill your learning obligation from university or any professional course. Company Description IndieKidz is a young Berlin-based startup building meaningful learning experiences for children. We create screen-free books, magazines, and activities that blend early learning with cultural roots. Alongside this, we are building Occibo (occibo [.] com), a modern platform for authors and publishers. Occibo uses AI-assisted workflows to simplify children’s book creation. Together, we combine creativity, technology, and real publishing needs. Our goal is to make high-quality children’s content easier to create and joyful to use.

• Source candidates across EU and India using join.com and job platforms • Build and maintain a structured candidate pipeline • Screen resumes and shortlist profiles based on role needs • Reach out to candidates by phone and emails and manage follow ups • Schedule interviews and coordinate with founder • Maintain accurate hiring tracker and status updates • Support job posting and distribution • Assist in basic employer branding and outreach efforts

Role Description - Source candidates across EU and India using join.com and job platforms - Build and maintain a structured candidate pipeline - Screen resumes and shortlist profiles based on role needs - Reach out to candidates by phone and emails and manage follow ups - Schedule interviews and coordinate with founder - Maintain accurate hiring tracker and status updates - Support job posting and distribution - Assist in basic employer branding and outreach efforts Qualifications - Good communication skills in English - Interest in recruitment, HR, or startup operations - Organized and detail focused - Comfortable working remotely and managing tasks independently - Basic familiarity with LinkedIn or job boards Requirements - Type: Mandatory internship - Duration: 3 months - Compensation: Unpaid - Start: ASAP - Working hours: Part time around ~20 hours per week - Location: Remote Benefits - Hands on exposure to startup hiring across EU and India - End to end understanding of recruitment workflows - Flexible remote working setup - Direct collaboration with founder and core team Company Description IndieKidz is a young Berlin based startup building meaningful learning experiences for children. We create screen free books, magazines, and activities that blend early learning with cultural roots. Alongside this, we are building Occibo, a modern platform for authors and publishers. Occibo uses AI assisted workflows to simplify children’s book creation. Together, we combine creativity, technology, and real publishing needs. Our goal is to make high quality children’s content easier to create and joyful to use.

• Support marketing campaigns for children’s books and publishing projects • Research target audiences such as parents teachers schools and book communities • Assist in preparing social media posts and promotional content for books • Help identify relevant blogs reviewers and online reading communities • Support simple SEO tasks such as keyword research and improving article titles descriptions and content structure • Assist with basic marketing automation such as email newsletters campaign scheduling and audience segmentation • Track marketing experiments engagement metrics and campaign results • Assist with outreach to reviewers bloggers and educators • Help prepare promotional materials for book launches and campaigns • Research children’s publishing trends competing titles and reader interests