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Communication Intern in Sustainability Solutions, Utrecht, Netherlands

Are you looking to gain experience in an international professional environment? You are a natural communicator, a creative thinker, and you have a passion for energy and climate. And, of course, you are ambitious and keep learning.

As an Intern at Navigant you will work on diverse themes which may vary from organising events, assisting in communication outreach to NGOs and policy makers, inspire clients and presenting your findings to the team. In this role you will learn, be challenged, and develop skills at a fast pace.

The position

We are currently hiring an intern to support on a specific project:

In 2017 Gas for Climate, a European stakeholder group was initiated with the aim to analyse and increase awareness on the role of renewable and low carbon gas in the future energy system in full compliance with the Paris Agreement. The consortium is committed to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions in the EU by 2050. The group commissioned Navigant to conduct studies into the future role of gas in a net-zero emissions energy system. A new study will be released shortly and its results will be communicated to the key players in the field.

As an Intern in Navigant’s international Sustainability Solutions team, you will support the dissemination of our latest study among European Union policy makers and other stakeholders. You will also help to organise an event in Brussels. You will engage with an international group of clients and participate in project team discussions and meetings.

To ensure you get a broad insight in the daily work of consultants, we will make sure you get involved in various projects within the company.

 

Your profile

If you are enthusiastic about the role described above and you meet the following criteria, then we would be happy to meet you.

  • University or HBO student towards final stage of study, preferably in the field of communication;
  • Hands on mentality, natural and pro-active communicator;
  • Strong interest in climate change and energy issues;
  • Ability to think critically and independently with good analytical skills;
  • Proactive personality and enthusiasm;
  • Structured way of working, good at planning tasks and meeting deadlines;
  • Excellent?English language skills, both verbally and in writing.

     

Timeframe

The position starts as soon as possible and runs till the end of August 2019. Minimum availability of 32 hours.

 

Working for Navigant

Navigant is an international consultancy firm headquartered in Chicago, US. Navigant’s Energy practice advises corporate and government clients on energy and climate issues. The Utrecht office (formerly known as Ecofys) is located right next to Utrecht central station and houses around 75 experts. For more information regarding Navigant please visit www.navigant.com.

 

For more information about this vacancy, please contact Wouter Terlouw, Senior Consultant, wouter.terlouw@navigant.com. Please send your application to Vincent van der Meer, HR Consultant, vincent.van.der.meer@navigant.com

 

Please note, successfull candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of their application.

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