SUSTAINABILITY INTERN | IEFP +TALENTO

SUSTAINABILITY INTERN | IEFP +TALENTO

Porto Business School is looking for a Sustainability Intern to join our Legal, Institutional & Sustainability Affairs area and contribute to the development and implementation of the School’s sustainability agenda.

This is an opportunity to apply your knowledge in a real organisational environment and work on projects related to carbon footprint, environmental performance, ESG reporting and sustainability initiatives .

You will support the School in collecting and analysing environmental data, monitoring sustainability indicators and identifying opportunities to improve our environmental impact.

About us

At Porto Business School, we are committed to innovation, entrepreneurship and transformative learning. As part of the University of Porto, we combine academic excellence with close links to the business world, supporting both individuals and organisations in their development.

Our community brings together people with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and talents, working in a collaborative and international environment focused on impact, innovation and continuous learning.

The role

As a Sustainability Intern , you will support the implementation of Porto Business School’s sustainability strategy, working closely with the Legal, Institutional & Sustainability Affairs team.

A key focus of the internship will be supporting the assessment and monitoring of the School’s environmental performance, including carbon footprint studies, emissions reporting and the identification of opportunities to reduce environmental impact.

You will also contribute to sustainability reporting, benchmarking, internal initiatives and projects aligned with the School’s sustainability roadmap and institutional objectives.

What you will work on

• Collecting, organising and analysing environmental data to support the School’s carbon footprint assessment
• Supporting the development of the greenhouse gas emissions inventory across Scopes 1, 2 and 3
• Helping identify opportunities to reduce emissions and improve environmental efficiency
• Preparing environmental monitoring reports, dashboards and other sustainability-related materials
• Researching and benchmarking sustainability trends, practices and initiatives
• Supporting ESG and environmental reporting activities
• Contributing to internal sustainability and awareness initiatives
• Supporting the alignment of sustainability initiatives with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , the School’s sustainability roadmap and relevant KPIs
• Collaborating with different internal teams on sustainability-related projects

Candidate profile

Education

Master’s degree (Level 7) in areas such as:

• Environmental Sciences
• Sustainability
• Environmental Engineering
• Environmental Management
• or a related field

Knowledge and skills

• Solid understanding of sustainability, environmental management, climate change and carbon footprint concepts
• Strong analytical skills and confidence working with data, metrics and environmental indicators
• Ability to research, analyse and synthesise technical information
• Organisation, accuracy and attention to detail
• Proactive and autonomous approach to work
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with different teams and stakeholders
• Motivation to learn and develop skills in a real organisational environment
• Interest in ESG topics and responsible organisational practices

Internship details

• Programme: IEFP +Talento
• Duration: 6 months
• Expected start: September 2026
• Location: Porto Business School — Matosinhos, Portugal
• Work model: Flexible/hybrid, including one remote working day per week

The internship is framed under the IEFP +Talento programme and is therefore subject to the applicable eligibility requirements.

Why join us

This is an opportunity to work on sustainability projects with tangible organisational impact, while developing practical experience in areas such as carbon accounting, environmental data analysis, ESG reporting and sustainability strategy .

You will join a collaborative environment where you can work across different areas of the School, contribute ideas and help translate sustainability commitments into concrete actions.

Our Culture

Porto Business School is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Interested in helping us make sustainability measurable and actionable?

Apply and join us at Porto Business School.