ESG Intern - February 2027

Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands Duration: Internship (minimum 6 months) Start day: February 2027 About Hunter Douglas Hunter Douglas is the global leader in window coverings and architectural products. Sustainability and responsible business practices are at the heart of our long-term strategy, and we are committed to driving meaningful impact across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) dimensions. The Role As an ESG Intern, you will gain hands-on experience within a global ESG team, supporting development and implementation of sustainability initiatives across the business. You will gain hands-on experience and exposure in ESG regulatory compliance delivery, reporting and communications. It is an excellent opportunity to build expertise in sustainability within a global, dynamic and complex organization. Key Responsibilities - Assist in preparing and co-ordinating assessments, guidance, training and stakeholder communications on green claims, supplier due diligence and other European regulations (CBAM, EUDR, EUBR, ESPR, PPWR) - Support Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSRD) and Modern Slavery reporting processes - Manage internal global ESG Hub resources and content and ESG legal register - Conduct research on ESG trends, regulations, and best practices and draft briefing notes - Contribute to wider ESG projects and initiatives across departments (e.g., operations, HR, supply chain) - Help track progress against ESG targets and KPIs Who You Are - Currently pursuing an HBO, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, Economics, or a related field - Strong interest in sustainability, ESG, or corporate responsibility - An analytical mindset with the ability to work with data - Familiarity with ESG frameworks (e.g., GRI, CSRD, or similar) is a plus - Proficiency in English; Dutch is a big plus What You Bring - Strong motivation to contribute to environmental and social impact - Ability to interpret data and translate insights into action - Comfortable working with different teams and stakeholders - Clear and professional communication skills - Curious, eager to learn, and able to take initiative What We Offer - Hands-on experience in global corporate sustainability and ESG - Exposure to global stakeholders and real business impact - Work with experienced sustainability and legal professionals - Contribute directly to high-visibility projects that support regulatory compliance and strategic decision-making - Learn how a multinational organization embeds sustainability into operations and governance - Be part of a team that values transparency, entrepreneurship, accountability and meritocracy - Travel compensation - Monthly allowance of €650 Apply now and build your career in sustainability with practical experience inside a dynamic, international business!