Management, Technology, and Economics Department
Join the Sustainability in Business Lab (sus.lab) at ETH Zurich for a 6-month paid internship and contribute to projects that advance a net-zero and circular economy. Sus.lab is part of the Group for Sustainability and Technology (SusTec) at ETH Zurich. As a "think-and-do-tank," we collaborate with industry, policymakers, and academia on vital topics such as carbon dioxide removal, circular economy, food waste, and maritime shipping.
Internship Responsibilities
- Support project leads in delivering innovative results for ongoing industry projects, including the Carbon Removal Booster, Food Waste Reduction for Households, and Hydrogen-powered shipping.
- Work independently on assigned tasks while closely collaborating with the project team.
- Explore new technologies and engage in analytical, organizational, and communication tasks, such as:
- Market and policy research
- Assessment of emerging technologies
- Conducting stakeholder interviews
- Workshop preparation
- Preparation of reports
- Presenting findings to partners
Internship Requirements
- You are available for 6 months, starting in August or September 2026.
- You are based in Zurich, Switzerland during the time of the internship. Note: Remote work is not possible due to employment regulations.
- You have completed your Bachelor’s degree, are currently enrolled in a Master’s degree, or have recently completed your Master’s degree. Please note that applicants with a completed PhD are not suitable for this role.
- For citizens of countries outside Switzerland and the EU/EFTA: You may only apply if you are currently enrolled as a student and are required to complete a compulsory internship as part of your Master’s studies.
- You are at the beginning of your career and have no more than 12 months of full-time work experience.
- You possess excellent written and spoken English skills (C1); proficiency in German is an advantage but not required.
- You have strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
- You are comfortable working at the intersection of business, technology, and policy and are prepared to engage with technical details, business aspects, or policy implications.
- You are proactive, curious, comfortable navigating ambiguity, and enjoy taking ownership of your work.
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience in impactful, industry-facing sustainability and technology projects.
- Collaboration with startups, corporates, policymakers, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Insight into the real-world commercialization and implementation of sustainability technologies.
- A collaborative and inclusive environment with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
- Ownership, responsibility, and the opportunity to work independently on meaningful topics.
- Support with accessibility needs or accommodations throughout the internship.
Apply online using the form below to share your experience and motivation with your CV. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
For further information about sus.lab, please visit our website. Questions regarding the position should be directed to Julia Bachmann at juliarei@ethz.ch.
Please note that we exclusively accept applications submitted through our online application portal. Applications via email or postal service will not be considered.
Pre-selection is carried out by our responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.