University internship in circular economy and cross-border waste traffic

Key facts

What you bring

• Completed university or university of applied sciences degree in environmental sciences, biology, chemistry or a related field
• Proof of completion not older than 18 months prior to the start date
• Strong interest in political processes
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders from administration, politics and business
• Analytical mindset and independent working style
• Excellent written communication skills

Your tasks

• Coordination and drafting of amendments to ordinances, enforcement aids and specialist publications
• Analysis and evaluation of statements on ordinances and enforcement aids in the waste sector
• Organisation and management of workshops to revise legal foundations
• Participation in projects to promote and strengthen the circular economy
• Involvement in digitalisation projects for enforcement tasks and process optimisation

What they offer

• Work for Switzerland in the context of sustainable management of natural resources such as soil, water, air and forests
• Commitment to equal opportunities and diversity in everyday work
• Support for health-related issues through advisory services
• Modern working environment with the opportunity to actively contribute to Switzerland’s sustainable development

About the role

You will support the team in evaluating statements and expert opinions as well as in revising ordinances and enforcement aids in the field of waste management. The internship will take place in Ittigen (Berne) with the possibility of working from home. The internship is limited to 12 months and starts on 1 January 2027 or by mutual agreement.

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