Intern - ESG & Sustainability Advisory

Begin you consulting career and become part of creating a sustainable future – lead, don’t follow.

Position Green is a pioneering Nordic scale-up that combines leading tech talent with the brightest minds in sustainability. And you can play a key role in our mission: to revolutionize how companies approach sustainable business.

We are excited to offer the opportunity to be part of our journey in the role of Intern, working in a discipline with a crucial impact on Position Green’s business growth. You will become a key member of our team, working alongside bright-minded colleagues with diverse expertise and backgrounds. We value our informal working environment, team culture, and encourage giving and receiving feedback, testing ideas, and welcoming new perspectives.

This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of helping companies transition to a net-zero future while continually learning in a fast-changing environment. We work closely with our clients and act as trusted partners, helping them create tangible sustainable business solutions. As our new team member, you will be part of an exciting environment and support Position Green’s efforts while working in a small, flat organization with a humble and entrepreneurial mindset.

About the role
As an intern, you will have the chance to put your theoretical knowledge into practice while gaining hands-on industry experience and building a strong network across the organisation. In this role, you will support cross-functionally across our Sales, Sustainability Advisory, and Technical Advisory teams.

We are flexible regarding the start date: you can start as soon as possible, or in January/February for the Spring semester. The internship runs for 4–6 months at our Copenhagen office. We offer flexible working hours ranging from 30–37 hours per week and are happy to adapt to potential university scheduling conflicts or credit transfer requirements. In return, we expect flexibility and dedication from you to meet business deadlines.

As our new team member, you will have the opportunity to work on the development and implementation of ESG strategies for large multinational companies, gaining direct exposure to clients and hands-on experience in a consulting environment. You will also contribute to driving commercial value through high-impact ESG initiatives.

You will support your team in delivering insightful and impactful solutions to our clients and accelerating their ESG journey. Depending on your level of experience, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the development and implementation of ESG strategies for large multinational companies, including direct client exposure

• Supporting projects such as Double Materiality Assessments, TCFD, greenhouse gas accounting, and net-zero strategies

• Collaborating with your team using the Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)

• Presenting your findings internally

• Taking ownership for assigned tasks

• Supporting administrative tasks to ensure smooth office operations

Throughout the internship, you will build your consulting toolbox and gain hands-on experience working on real client challenges.

What are we looking for?
We seek individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, combining expert knowledge with strong strategic and analytical skills. You should excel in building trusted relationships and working collaboratively. As a person you are curious and passionate about learning the ins and outs of various industries we work with, shipping, energy, logistics, construction, venture capital, and pharmaceuticals being some examples. Moreover, you are comfortable working in an informal environment and want to make an impact right from day one!

Qualifications
We are welcoming applications from talented candidates with different
backgrounds and levels of experience. Being enrolled in a university programme is a must, but preferably you are also:

• Fluent in spoken and written English, Danish, and/or German

• Studying within a field such as finance or business economics/ politics/ development studies at a Danish university

• Ranked among the top 15% of your class

Learning, Growth & Benefits

At Position Green, we view internships as a core part of your education and a two-way learning opportunity. You will work alongside leading ESG experts, build your consulting toolbox, and gain real-world client experience.

• Educational Credit: This internship is designed to qualify for ECTS credits as part of your university degree.

• Perks & Coverage: While this is an unpaid educational placement, we ensure you are fully supported by covering your public transportation costs and providing daily lunch at the office.

• Culture & Socials: You will be a fully integrated part of our team and workplace culture, including regular office events, Friday bars, and social gatherings.

Location

This position is based in our Copenhagen office near Vesterport station. 

What’s Next?

If this opportunity excites you, please submit your CV. We value personal suitability highly in our recruitment process and review applications as they come in. We conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, so don't wait too long to reach out!

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process is designed to be thorough and fair, consisting of:

• First interview with People & Culture

• Second interview with Director or Manager

We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how your skills and passions align with the goals of Position Green. Let’s shape a sustainable future together.