Intern in CDR - Nature-Based Solutions (100%)

Your mission

Job description

• Your role: As CDR Intern for nature-based solutions at Climeworks, you’ll support the team to advance our nature-based carbon removal portfolio by conducting research, engaging with partners, and supporting strategic initiatives. This is a hands-on opportunity to shape the future of climate tech. 

• Evaluation & Documentation: You support the evaluation and documentation of nature-based carbon removal initiatives. 

• Research & Outreach: You assist with research and outreach to external partners and stakeholders. 

• Relationship Management: You help build and maintain relationships with project developers and collaborators. 

• Project Identification & Storytelling: You contribute to project identification and storytelling for client-facing materials. 

• Strategic Discussions: You participate in strategic discussions around the growth and prioritization of NbS efforts. 

• Process Coordination: You coordinate internal processes related to legal documentation and procurement systems. 

Your story

Requirements

• Education & Experience: You are currently enrolled in or have recently completed a master’s degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Climate Policy, or a related field, and have a strong interest in climate solutions and nature-based approaches. 

• Knowledge: You have foundational knowledge of carbon markets, nature-based solutions, or climate finance, and are motivated to expand your expertise in these areas. 

• Research & Analytical Skills: You possess strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and translate it into clear, actionable insights. 

• Organization & Efficiency: You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks independently and efficiently. 

• Relationship Building: You are confident in initiating outreach and building relationships with external stakeholders, including project developers and partners. 

• Communication Skills: You demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and can tailor your messaging to different audiences. Proficiency in additional languages is a plus. 

• Availability: You are preferably available to start in January 2026.

Our promise: At Climeworks, you are accepted for who you are, and we are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply – regardless of background, identity, or experience. Studies show that women and individuals from minority backgrounds often only apply for jobs when they meet 100% of the listed criteria. If this sounds like you, don’t hold back. If you think you’d make a great fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t check every single box. Let’s tackle one of humankind’s greatest challenges together.

What we offer:

At Climeworks, our six-month internships offer a hybrid work setup, giving you flexibility while ensuring valuable collaboration by working onsite at least three days per week. To maintain fairness, we follow a standardized salary process based on market benchmarks. For our internships based in Switzerland, the compensation is:

• During BSc & MSc: CHF 2,000 per month

• After completion of MSc: CHF 2,500 per month

Note: We do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.

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