JOIN US - AND MAKE AN IMPACT!

Do you want to make a difference?

We are now looking for a Project Management Intern who wants to be part of our journey during fall 2024.

The internships is non-paid, but can be used as school credit.

 

Project Management Intern

You like the idea of digging deep into environmental issues and supporting a fast-paced team. You are proactive and analytical, with a keen interest in cross-sector collaboration and results-oriented projects.

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RACE FOR THE BALTIC

Race For The Baltic is an independent non-profit accelerating solutions to ensure a healthy Baltic Sea for future generations by 2030. We focus on solution-oriented and cost-effective projects with measurable impact.

Internship Description

Your role will be to work with the project manager in an international project aimed at establishing and disseminating a new method to reduce the environmental impact of agriculture. The project includes conducting pilot tests with farmers, collaborating with researchers who perform the tests, disseminating the results to authorities, and incorporating the method into the guidelines of these authorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • RESEARCH: Provide research support to project managers on topics related to specific projects.

  • COMMUNICATIONS: Take a supporting role in communicating with stakeholders in the private and public sector.

  • FIELD WORK: Assisting in implementing and following up on various field-testing activity. 

Requirements and qualifications

  • Bachelor's level students are the minimum requirement, but Master's level students are preferred.

  • An academic background in biology, chemistry, marine biology, marine ecotoxicology, agriculture, agronomy, or another natural science is preferred but not required.

  • Language: 

    • Fluency in Swedish is required, proficiency in English is required

    • Fluency in either Estonian, Finnish, Latvian, Lithuanian or Polish is a plus 

  • Skills: 

    • A cooperative mindset, likability, and strong emotional intelligence (EQ) are important skills for a successful internship.

    • Experience from interacting with farmers is a plus, but not a requirement.

    • Comfortable in PowerPoint and Excel is necessary. 

  • Hours & Location :

    • Approx. 40 hours per week (flexible) for 10-20 weeks

    • Flexible working: mix of in office (in Central Stockholm) and working from home.

What we can offer you:

  • Meaningful assignments in projects that make a real difference.

  • Be part of an open, collaborative, and friendly work environment.

  • A chance to work with a motivated, smart, and creative team.

Application

We are looking to fill this position for the Fall 2024 semester. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. Please apply by May 11, 2024. This internship is non-paid but can be used as school credit.