ESG Intern - February 2027

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!