Internship Climate Action Steering & Scope 3 Transformation

About this Position Join Henkel Global Sustainability's Environmental Data Strategy team and contribute to the development of innovative approaches for managing and accelerating climate action across Henkel's value chain. As a Climate Action Steering & Scope 3 Transformation Intern, you will support strategic initiatives related to Scope 3 emissions, climate action tracking, governance, process design, and operating model development. You will work closely with sustainability experts, business stakeholders, and data teams to help design scalable processes and documentation that enable effective management of climate targets and environmental performance. This role is ideal for someone interested in sustainability, business transformation, stakeholder management, and corporate climate strategy.

What You´ll Do

• Support the development of concepts and methodologies related to Scope 3 emissions and climate action management
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Sustainability, Business Units, Procurement, Packaging, and Digital functions to gather requirements and align processes
• Prepare and document workshops, stakeholder discussions, decisions, and action plans
• Support the design of target operating models, governance frameworks, roles, and responsibilities
• Create process documentation, presentation materials, business requirements, and management updates
• Assist in translating complex sustainability and data topics into clear business-oriented recommendations
• Support the development of climate action tracking concepts and reporting requirements
• Contribute to strategic projects focused on climate transition, environmental performance management, and sustainability transformation

What makes you a good fit

• Currently pursuing a degree in Sustainability, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
• Experience with business process design, governance frameworks, or operating model development
• Fluency in English language
• Proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel, with familiarity in Power BI, data analytics, or environmental reporting systems
• Knowledge of GHG Protocol, CSRD, SBTi, or corporate sustainability reporting is an advantage
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Ability to structure complex topics into clear concepts and documentation
• Availability for a full-time internship at our headquarters in Düsseldorf, starting February 2027 for a duration of ideally 6 months

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Attractive Remuneration
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work model
• Global Experience
• Interns Community

We offer you an attractive salary between €1.050-2.385 gross per month. The exact amount of the remuneration depends on the desired duration, the type of internship (voluntary or mandatory) and existing degrees.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.

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