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***Applicants must send an email to apply for this position; applications via LinkedIn will not be considered. As this internship is not fully remote, please note that only candidates holding a work permit for the Netherlands or already based in the Netherlands can apply. Overview Water Footprint Implementation is looking for an intern to join the reporting team. In this position you will help develop and apply a method to translate Life Cycle Assessment data into water footprint data, put water-related risks into financial terms, build Excel-based models and business cases, and support clients with their water related reporting. You will therefore participate in client projects and take ownership on your own projects. For this internship we are looking for a final year Master student specialised on sustainability, data analysis, econometrics or related field with an interest in sustainability reporting. About the company Water Footprint Implementation (WFI) is a scale-up that helps organisations assess, understand, and implement response measures to reduce and offset their water footprints. We developed the Water Footprint Assessment Tool that enables clients to use the water footprint method for ESG reporting purposes (CSRD, LEAP, GRI, SBTN, ISSB...). With two offices, in the Hague and Cape Town, you will be able to join an international team, this position will be based in the Dutch office. We work in partnership with the University of Twente and the Water Footprint Network, this opportunity therefore lies at the intersection of academic data and business needs. Your role You will be supporting the work of the reporting team, working on both your own projects and on client projects with a clear focus on the sustainable use of freshwater resources and how companies report on it. The two main projects you will work on are: The translation of Life Cycle Assessment data towards water footprint data; the scoring of the quality of this data; and the use corporates can make of it. The valuation of the financial effects of the water related risks working against method such as the LEAP Approach developed by TNFD to complete a sustainability reporting compatible with the ESRS/CSRD and Nature-related disclosures under IFRS standards; develop a business case around it and a tool to replicate this work. Next to these you'll also: Deliver Water Footprint Assessment and calculations to clients; Research how the market around water disclosure evolves; Support the team in developing client-ready roadmaps and improvement plans; Produce well-structured reports, presentations, and data visualisations that translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations. Your profile We are looking for a sustainability enthusiast, professional, and proactive colleague, with ideally the following profile: A Master's degree (in its final stage or completed but still enrolled) in Finance, Economics, Econometrics, Business, Environmental Science, Engineering or a related quantitative discipline, ideally with coursework or a thesis touching on water, sustainability or sustainable finance. At least six months of relevant internship or research experience. Prior exposure to a consultancy or analytical environment is an advantage. Strong quantitative and data analysis skills. You are comfortable working with datasets, building structured models in Excel. A good understanding of Life Cycle Assessment methodology and/or water footprinting methodology. Familiarity with ESG frameworks and reporting standards, including CDP, GRI, LEAP, IFRS and ESRS, is a significant advantage. Fluency with AI tools and a genuine curiosity about how they can accelerate our work, whether that means automating workflows or cleaning and analysing data. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and a drive to build advanced skills quickly, particularly in Excel (financial and data modelling, structured datasets) and PowerPoint. You can prove your excellent command of the English language and strong (professional) communication skills. Other languages are a plus; The ability to communicate complex, data-heavy findings clearly and concisely, both in writing and in client-facing settings. What we offer An internship allowance of €500 per month. Hands-on learning experience where water risks meet finance, on live client projects covering water risk quantification, business cases and various ESG frameworks aligned reporting. Your own internship mission, shaped with your manager in your first weeks, so you leave with a concrete piece of work to show for it. 12 days off during your six-month internship. The possibility of working from abroad, from anywhere in the world, agreed with your manager. This is available from your third month onwards. Hybrid working (4 days in the office), with a laptop provided. Commuting costs covered from anywhere in the Netherlands. Practicalities Location: The Hague, Lange Voorhout, The Netherlands (hybrid). Type: Full-time (40 hours per week) for 6 months, one day per week to work on your thesis which can be related to one of the two projects you will lead. Start: Open for discussion, from January onward. Our hiring process is the following: Screening interview, online, 30 minutes: A conversation about your background, your experience, and what you're looking for in your next role. Managing partner interview, online, 30 minutes: A conversation about your interest in the role, if your experience and skills match the position. For additional information regarding this position, please contact us by mail or via LinkedIn. Please apply by mail before the 21st of November at [email protected] with all following documents: A motivation letter (1 page), Your CV (max 2 pages), Relevant certificates and references (if applicable). As this internship is not fully remote, please note that only candidates holding a work permit for the Netherlands or already based in the Netherlands can apply. We are an equal-opportunity employer and embrace the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion within the recruitment process. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Our Workplace Water Footprint Implementation is located at the Lange Voorhout 90, Den Haag. https://waterfootprintimplementation.com/

Core Responsibilities

Develop methods to translate Life Cycle Assessment data into water footprint data, assess data quality, and quantify the financial effects of water-related risks. Deliver water footprint assessments for clients, research water disclosure developments, and create business cases, reporting tools, roadmaps, reports, presentations, and data visualizations.

Requirements

Applicants should be final-stage or recently completed Master's students in a quantitative or sustainability-related field, with at least six months of relevant internship or research experience. They should have strong quantitative and data analysis skills, Excel modeling ability, knowledge of Life Cycle Assessment or water footprinting, excellent English communication skills, and ideally familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks and AI tools.

Benefits

• Internship Allowance
• Hands-On Learning Experience
• Thesis Workday
• 12 Days Off
• Possibility of Working Abroad
• Hybrid Working
• Laptop Provided
• Commuting Costs Covered