Climate & Environment internship

Intern in the project Acceptance and Resilience

Bertelsmann Stiftung

Location

Gütersloh

Type

internship

Posted

Jan 08, 2026

Mission

What you will drive

Core responsibilities:

  • Content support for the "Social Sustainability Barometer of Transformation" and preparation of the annual report
  • Preparation and implementation of workshops and events with scientific, political, and civil society actors
  • Literature research, data evaluation and analysis, graphical result preparation
  • Development and implementation of activities in the project and in exchange with project partners and service providers

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role contributes to understanding societal perspectives on sustainability transformation in Germany, particularly regarding energy, transportation, and heating transitions, helping shape policies that align with public preferences and expectations.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

Required qualifications:

  • Minimum Bachelor's degree in economics or social sciences (or comparable field), ongoing Master's studies advantageous
  • (Very) good knowledge in the field of German climate policy, particularly regarding social justice and societal acceptance desirable
  • Excellent writing style and communication skills, affinity for working with data
  • High team and cooperation skills
  • Experience working with large datasets (with STATA, R) and handling panel data desired

Benefits

What's in it for you

Benefits include:

  • Involvement in exciting tasks
  • Excellent reputation and high visibility
  • Compensation according to legal requirements
  • Flexible working hours and mobile work options
  • Discounted public transport ticket
  • Diversity and equal opportunity
  • Health and sports offerings

About

Inside Bertelsmann Stiftung

The Bertelsmann Stiftung is one of the largest operational foundations in Europe, a non-profit organization that engages for a future-proof society in the tradition of its founder Reinhard Mohn.