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How to Apply for Intern in HSE Systems & Process Coordination (100%)

at Climeworks

🏢 About Climeworks

Climeworks is a pioneer in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology, operating the world's first two commercial DAC plants in Iceland. The company stands out for its 15+ years of R&D in high-quality carbon removal and its holistic approach combining nature-based and engineered solutions. Working here means contributing directly to scalable climate solutions at a mission-driven organization tackling one of humanity's greatest challenges.

About This Role

This internship focuses on developing and optimizing Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) processes and workflows to ensure compliance with international standards like ISO 45001 and ISO 14001. You'll directly support the maintenance and improvement of HSSE management systems, playing a key role in shaping operational standards for cutting-edge carbon removal technology.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing and updating HSSE documentation to align with ISO standards, collaborating remotely with team members on process improvements, and analyzing workflows to identify efficiency gaps. You could also support audit preparations and contribute to developing tools or templates that enhance HSSE management across operations.

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🎯 Who Climeworks Is Looking For

  • Has foundational knowledge or coursework in HSSE principles, process optimization, or environmental management systems
  • Demonstrates strong analytical skills with attention to detail for compliance documentation and audit preparation
  • Shows genuine passion for climate tech and understanding of how robust HSSE systems enable scalable carbon removal
  • Is proactive in remote collaboration and can manage structured tasks while contributing to process innovation

📝 Tips for Applying to Climeworks

1

Explicitly mention any familiarity with ISO 45001/14001 standards or HSSE frameworks in your resume, even from academic projects

2

Highlight any remote work or collaboration experience, as this is a fully remote position at a global company

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Connect your motivation to Climeworks' specific mission—reference their DAC plants in Iceland or their holistic carbon removal approach

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Include examples of process improvement or workflow optimization, even from non-HSSE contexts (e.g., academic, volunteer, or other internships)

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Tailor your application to show how you align with their 'disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers' language from the job description

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Express specific interest in Climeworks' DAC technology and how robust HSSE systems support scaling carbon removal", 'Detail any experience with compliance, audits, or process documentation—emphasize outcomes and improvements', 'Demonstrate understanding of why HSSE is critical for a pioneering tech company in the climate space', 'Highlight remote work discipline and ability to contribute to a global, purpose-driven team']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Climeworks' Orca and Mammoth DAC plants in Iceland—understand their technology and operational scale
  • → ISO 45001 (occupational health & safety) and ISO 14001 (environmental management) standards—review key principles
  • → Climeworks' partnerships and clients (e.g., Microsoft, Stripe) to grasp their business model and carbon removal portfolios
  • → Recent news or reports on carbon removal markets and how HSSE factors into industry credibility

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach optimizing an HSSE workflow for a remote team at a tech-driven climate company?
2 What do you see as the biggest HSSE challenges for scaling Direct Air Capture technology?
3 Describe a time you improved a process or system—what steps did you take and what was the impact?
4 How do you stay organized and ensure compliance in a fully remote work environment?
5 Why Climeworks, and how does this role align with your long-term goals in climate tech or HSSE?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application without mentioning Climeworks' DAC technology or climate mission
  • Overlooking the remote aspect—failing to demonstrate remote collaboration or self-management skills
  • Focusing only on general safety/environmental interest without linking to process optimization or compliance systems

📅 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:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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