Application Guide

How to Apply for Intern in Talent Acquisition

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 combines over 15 years of research with a holistic approach to carbon removal, helping businesses achieve net-zero goals through both nature-based and engineered solutions. Working here means contributing directly to combating climate change with cutting-edge technology in a purpose-driven global team.

About This Role

As an Intern in Talent Acquisition at Climeworks, you'll coordinate interviews between candidates and hiring managers while managing end-to-end internship recruitment processes. This role provides hands-on experience in building a team dedicated to solving climate change, directly supporting Climeworks' mission by helping attract talent that will advance carbon removal technology globally.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day typically starts by reviewing interview schedules across time zones, sending reminders to candidates and hiring managers, and coordinating any last-minute changes. You'll spend time communicating with internship candidates about their application status while updating recruitment tracking systems. Throughout the day, you'll problem-solve scheduling conflicts and ensure each candidate has a smooth experience from application to decision.

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🎯 Who Climeworks Is Looking For

  • Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills with experience scheduling and coordinating multiple stakeholders across time zones
  • Shows genuine passion for climate technology and Climeworks' specific mission in carbon removal through DAC
  • Possesses strong written communication skills for maintaining positive candidate experiences throughout hiring journeys
  • Exhibits proactive problem-solving abilities to ensure smooth interview processes in a remote work environment

📝 Tips for Applying to Climeworks

1

Highlight any experience with calendar management tools (like Calendly or Google Calendar) and applicant tracking systems in your resume

2

Mention specific knowledge of Climeworks' DAC technology or carbon removal industry in your application materials

3

Demonstrate understanding of remote interview coordination challenges and solutions in your cover letter

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Include examples of how you've maintained positive candidate communication during previous recruitment or coordination roles

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Show how you've taken ownership of projects end-to-end, even in academic or volunteer settings

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your specific interest in Climeworks' DAC technology and carbon removal mission (not just general climate interest)", 'Examples of successfully coordinating complex schedules or managing multiple stakeholders simultaneously', 'Experience maintaining professional communication that creates positive experiences for others', 'How you approach taking ownership of projects from start to finish with minimal supervision']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Climeworks' Orca and Mammoth DAC plants in Iceland - how they work and their carbon removal capacity
  • → The difference between nature-based and engineered carbon removal approaches that Climeworks offers
  • → Climeworks' partnerships and clients to understand who they're helping achieve net-zero goals
  • → Recent news about Climeworks' expansion or technology developments from their press releases

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you coordinate interviews between candidates in different time zones and busy hiring managers?
2 What do you know about Climeworks' specific carbon removal approach compared to other climate solutions?
3 Describe a time you had to manage multiple priorities in a coordination role and how you ensured nothing fell through the cracks
4 How would you handle a situation where a candidate hasn't heard back about their interview status?
5 Why are you specifically interested in talent acquisition within the climate tech industry versus other sectors?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generic climate change statements without specific knowledge of Climeworks' DAC technology
  • Focusing only on wanting remote work without demonstrating remote coordination capabilities
  • Passive language about 'helping with' recruitment rather than taking ownership of processes

📅 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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