Melanie Galle
Specialist Corporate Communications, ANDRITZ Hydropower Austria
As a young marketeer, being part of ANDRITZ Hydropower means more than just working for a globally recognized company – it means contributing to a purpose-driven mission: enabling sustainable energy for future generations. Every project we communicate isn't just a technical achievement; it's a story of progress, innovation, and positive impact.
Every day, I feel encouraged to bring in fresh ideas, challenge the status quo, and keep growing – not just as a professional, but as a person who wants to make a meaningful impact. And that’s something I truly value.
“Every project we communicate isn't just a technical achievement; it's a story of progress, innovation, and positive impact.“
Before 2023, I worked as a Marketing Manager in the banking industry, completing my master’s degree in product marketing and innovation management within the minimum study period while working full-time. This experience strengthened my ability to balance strategic thinking with practical implementation.
During the summer of 2023, I made an unconventional, yet transformative decision – leaving a full-time role to return as a summer intern at ANDRITZ Hydropower in Corporate Communications in Vienna, Austria. This decision was driven by a strong desire to redirect my career toward something more meaningful and aligned with my passion for impactful communication.
By fall 2023, I joined as a Digital News Manager the Corporate Communications team. The international dimension of this role became my greatest motivator – connecting daily with colleagues and partners from around the world, coordinating diverse teams, and learning to navigate the dynamics of global communication.
What makes me proud is knowing that our work helps bring clean, renewable energy to millions of people around the world. I get to shape how we tell those stories – from groundbreaking projects in remote regions to modernization efforts in iconic power stations – and help make complex technology accessible and engaging.
Looking ahead to fall 2025, I have started focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence in business and communication. I began a university program designed to gain in-depth insight into operational systems and to master business with AI.
Today, I remain excited for the journey and opportunities that lie ahead. Every day, I feel part of something bigger – a team that believes in making a meaningful impact. That’s what I truly value.