Application Guide
How to Apply for Intern in Emerging Technologies
at Climeworks
🏢 About Climeworks
Climeworks is a pioneer in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, uniquely combining engineered carbon removal with nature-based solutions to help companies achieve net-zero emissions. Their holistic approach and decades of expertise make them a leader in the emerging carbon removal industry, offering the chance to work on cutting-edge climate technology with real-world impact.
About This Role
This internship involves supporting early-stage innovation in DAC technologies by analyzing different approaches, developing testing methods, and applying data analytics to understand system impacts. You'll contribute directly to Climeworks' mission of scaling carbon removal solutions, gaining hands-on experience in emerging climate tech development.
💡 A Day in the Life
You might start by analyzing data from DAC experiments, then collaborate remotely with the innovation team to design testing protocols for new approaches. Your day could involve researching emerging carbon removal technologies, documenting findings, and contributing to safety discussions about experimental setups.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Climeworks Is Looking For
- Has a strong foundation in engineering, chemistry, or environmental science with the ability to analyze technical systems
- Demonstrates curiosity about emerging technologies and passion for climate solutions, particularly carbon removal
- Possesses data analysis skills and can connect technical fundamentals with practical system impacts
- Shows strong safety awareness and communication skills for collaborative technology development
📝 Tips for Applying to Climeworks
Highlight any experience with laboratory setups, testing protocols, or experimental design relevant to DAC technology evaluation
Demonstrate specific knowledge of carbon removal technologies or climate tech innovation in your application materials
Show how you've combined technical understanding with data analysis in past projects or coursework
Emphasize your ability to work independently in a remote setting while contributing to team innovation
Connect your motivation to Climeworks' specific approach combining engineered and nature-based solutions
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Your understanding of Direct Air Capture technology and why Climeworks' approach interests you specifically", "Examples of how you've analyzed technical systems or contributed to early-stage innovation projects", 'Your ability to combine fundamental technical knowledge with practical data analysis', "Why remote work in emerging climate technology appeals to you and how you'll stay engaged"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Climeworks' specific DAC technology and how it differs from other carbon removal approaches
- → Their recent projects and partnerships in carbon removal solutions
- → The company's approach to combining engineered and nature-based solutions
- → Key challenges in scaling DAC technology and the carbon removal market
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with generic climate interest without demonstrating specific knowledge of carbon removal technologies
- Failing to show how you connect technical fundamentals with practical data analysis
- Not addressing how you'll contribute to early-stage innovation in a remote setting
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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