Business Development Intern

Dcarbon NL for Environmental and Sustainability Consultancy

Experience Needed: 0-1	Duration: 3 Months	Job Type: Internship
Salary: 300 euros	Vacancies: 2 open positions	Working Hours 20 hrs/week

Duration: 3 months
Application Deadline: 1 February 2025

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About the Internship

As a Business Development Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience in sustainability consulting and
business development while working from one of our offices in Maastricht or Geleen-Sittard in a
hybrid work environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful sustainability
projects in a fast-growing, innovative company. Part of DCarbon Global, DCarbon NL specializes in sustainability and climate change consulting, offering services such as consultation, training, reporting, and life cycle assessment. Collaborating with GRI-certified partners and industry
supporters, we operate across 12 sectors to drive sustainable transformation in the MENA, GCC, EU, and USA regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Sales & Business Development: Identify potential clients, prepare customized marketing materials, and support outreach efforts with businesses and stakeholders.
• Research & Analysis: Conduct research and analysis for carbon footprint assessments, Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), and sustainability reporting to support our consulting projects.
• Tool & Methodology Development: Assist in developing methodologies and tools for sustainability projects, such as environmental risk assessments, resource efficiency analysis, and innovative consulting solutions.
• Technical Support & Presentations: Prepare technical presentations and support project discussions with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
• Data Management & Compliance: Contribute to environmental data management and ensure compliance with sustainability standards and regulations.
• Event & Client Support: Collaborate with the team to prepare for events, presentations, and client meetings, supporting the overall business development strategy.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Pursuing or recently completed a master’s degree in environmental engineering, Environmental Sciences, Sustainable Energy, or a related field.
• Passion for Growth: Strong interest in sustainability, environmental impact reduction, and the transition to net-zero and circularity.
• Technical & Analytical Skills: Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in technical sustainability assessments.
• Communication & Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an interest in client engagement and relationship-building.
• Proactive & Entrepreneurial Mindset: Self-starter with a proactive approach, eager to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Language: Fluent in Dutch and English (spoken and written)
• Location: Residing in or within commuting distance of Maastricht or Geleen-Sittard for hybrid work.
• Commitment of 20 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate academic schedules.

What You’ll Gain
• Hands-on experience in sustainability consulting, business development and entrepreneurship.
• Practical exposure to cutting-edge sustainability methodologies, including GRI reporting, carbon footprinting, and environmental risk analysis.
• A deep understanding of carbon neutrality strategies, circular economy and sustainable development.
• The opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment that drives real sustainability impact.
• Make an Impact: Support sustainability transitions for businesses and communities.
• GRI traineeship (for eligible candidates).
• A monthly compensation of €300 for the internship duration will be provided.