University Internship Sustainability Specialist Office

Key facts

What you bring

• Ongoing or recently completed university or university of applied sciences degree in environmental science, sustainability, geography, natural sciences, or a comparable field.
• Interest in sustainable development as well as environmental and socio-political issues.
• Structured and independent work approach.
• Enjoyment of organising, coordinating, and communicating.
• Strong written communication skills and confident use of MS Office programmes.

Your tasks

• Participation in the development of the 2027 Sustainability Report.
• Support in the planning, organisation, and implementation of the Sustainability Weeks in spring 2027.
• Involvement in projects and measures in the field of sustainability and the environment.
• Research, evaluations, and preparation of specialist background information on various sustainability topics.

What they offer

• Practical insights into municipal sustainability work.
• The opportunity to contribute your own ideas and take on responsibility.
• Participation in projects with societal and ecological relevance.
• Professional guidance and valuable practical experience for your further career path.
• An attractive workplace in the city centre of Uster, just a few minutes’ walk from the train station.
• Further training opportunities through targeted educational measures, particularly for older employees and part-time staff.

About the role

The Sustainability Division of the City of Uster is responsible for implementing the city’s climate strategy as well as for communicating and raising awareness among the population in this area. Uster is a dynamically growing city in the greater Zurich area with around 38,000 residents and is known as an innovative regional centre. The university internship offers practical insights into municipal sustainability work. It provides the opportunity to contribute your own ideas, take on responsibility, and participate in projects with societal and ecological relevance.

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