ESG Intern

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!