We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18.000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.
Our CEO (Chief Executive Officer) function is responsible for the strategic direction and further development of Covestro as well as the corporate culture, and includes, among other things, all of the Group's control functions, as well as innovation management and sustainability.
Your internship will take place in the "Sustainability Ratings, Reporting & Social Responsibility" area, where the topics of sustainability reporting, ESG ratings and rankings, human rights and donations are handled. We work on sustainability issues that affect all business units and are relevant for Covestro as a whole.
Your Tasks:
You will work on various strategic sustainability topics for Covestro in different areas of the team and gain broad experience in the field of sustainability and social issues
In particular, you will support the strategic further development of our sustainability reporting, materiality analysis and sustainability KPI audit, as well as support ESG ratings
As a full member of the team, you will support various projects in the area of sustainability and have the opportunity to independently manage your own sub-projects
Your tasks include conducting research and analyses, project management, creating presentations and communication materials (including for senior management)
Furthermore, you will be responsible for developing and implementing activities in the area of sustainability communication and engagement, and play a leading role in managing Covestro's global sustainability community
You will support us in integrating sustainability into our business processes to meet the expectations of our stakeholders and our own values
What makes us curious:
You are studying economics, sustainability management, business administration, management, communication sciences, natural sciences or a comparable subject in a master's program and have a good to very good grade point average
You have already gained relevant professional experience, e.g. through other internships
Advanced skills in common MS Office applications, especially PowerPoint, are essential
Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. PowerBI) as well as initial insights into agile working methods are an advantage
You have a strong interest in sustainability topics
You would describe yourself as analytical, structured and communicative, have a high level of self-motivation, and enjoy working in a team
You have excellent German and English language skills (at least B2 level) in speaking and writing
A German work permit is required. In addition, you must be able to present a valid enrollment certificate for the entire duration of the internship.
The internship position should ideally be filled starting in September 2024. The duration of the internship is 6 months. Please also let us know your possible start date and apply with your complete documents (cover letter, CV, transcripts, enrollment certificate, examination/study regulations). There is a possibility to stay as a working student after your internship.
If you have any questions about the application process, please feel free to contact Eva Saehsen (eva.saehsen@covestro.com).
Perfection? Not required!
The requirements are not met 100%, but you are still interested in the position? Are you curious, courageous and colorful as we are? No problem!
We'll tackle this together - as a team! With proper onboarding and tailored development opportunities.
Apply now!
We look forward to receiving your application including your salary expectation and your notice period! Become #1ofUs!
Anyone who wants to contribute to a better world with Covestro can also expect a lot.
We want you to feel at home at Covestro. To feel you’re treated fairly and transparently. That means financial security, a healthy work-life balance and generous benefits.
Specifically, it means for us: flexible working hours, the compatibility of family and work, active health promotion and the ability to convert part of your salary into long-term or retirement savings. And that's not all.
Sounds exciting? Find out more about Covestro and our benefits here:
https://www.career.covestro.de/de/about-covestro/covestro-as-an-employer/employee-benefits
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Covestro welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of racial or ethnic origin, skin color, nationality, religion, philosophy, gender, age, physical characteristics, marital status, disability, appearance, sexual orientation and sexual identity. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
