ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy solutions, operating across more than 40 countries. The company focuses on providing innovative solutions for water management, renewable energy production, and large-scale construction projects, positioning itself as a key player in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. With a workforce of over 50,000 employees, it is one of Spain's most prominent multinational corporations and is listed on the IBEX 35 index.

Headquartered in Madrid, ACCIONA offers extensive opportunities for international professionals, particularly in engineering, project management, and sustainability. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment, frequently recruiting global talent for its complex international projects managed from Spain. Its commitment to innovation and sustainability makes it a top choice for professionals looking to build a career in the green energy and infrastructure sectors.

Formed in 1997 through the merger of Entrecanales y Távora and MZOV, companies with roots dating back to the mid-19th century. It has since evolved from a traditional construction firm into a global leader in sustainability and renewable energy.

Sustainability and Climate Change Internship

ACCIONA

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English.

Job Description

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructures that generate a positive impact on society. Our workforce, consisting of more than 65,000 professionals and present in more than 40 countries across five continents, contributes to our mission of designing a better planet. We seek people who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the greatest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in the search for solutions to achieve a sustainable future.

In the ACCIONA Internship Program, you will be part of teams that will involve you in projects from day one, accompanied by experts who will help you develop your skills and participate in the day-to-day operations of a global company.

ACCIONA, in its Water business, needs to incorporate an intern for its Sustainability department.

Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to collaborate with the Sustainability department of the Water business line, especially in the environmental area, deepening their knowledge of the concept of sustainability, climate action strategies and sustainable development, or environmental risk management.

You will learn in detail about the processes of characterization and reporting of non-financial environmental and social information, assisting the department in data management and processing.

Main responsibilities:

Monitor key indicators and the sustainability strategy.
Ensure the suitability of the non-financial information reporting process: monitoring and consolidation of sustainability data (CSRD, SBTI).
Collaborate in the design and improvement of data collection systems, indicators, dashboards, and ad-hoc reports for operational areas.
Support the process of preparing sustainability reports and other non-financial information reporting elements.
Support the development and monitoring of action programs to achieve ACCIONA's sustainability goals, in collaboration with projects.
Incorporate environmental and social sustainability into tenders, contracts, and due diligence processes, evaluating risks and opportunities and ensuring compliance with regulatory and environmental commitments.
Collaborate in the development of differentiated sustainability value propositions that support the financial structuring of projects by incorporating regenerative logic.
Analyze ESG risks of business opportunities.
Accompany projects in the application of climate and environmental criteria.
Support sustainability requirements for projects (ESG and climate risk analysis, calculation of environmental footprints, client and financier requirements...).
Monitor trends in the field of sustainability and the activity of the WATER business.

Candidate Requirements

Key requirements:

Complete a 6-month internship, either part-time or full-time. Start date from September to March.
Completion of a degree or official/qualifying master's in Environmental Sciences, Biology, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Forestry and Natural Environment Engineering.
High level of English.
High attention to detail and rigor in information processing.
Advanced knowledge of Excel, Power BI, Python...
Knowledge of database management and programming will be valued.
Knowledge and training in environment and sustainability will be positively valued.
Proactivity and environmental awareness.

What do we expect from you?

We are looking for people with high potential, teamwork ability, and motivation to grow within an international company. If you believe this is your profile and you are looking to boost your future in a career that generates a positive impact on the planet, you have come to the right place... we want you on our team!

We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent and therefore work to promote an inclusive environment where respect, belonging, and commitment are promoted so that all people can participate with equal opportunities. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 certification, which recognizes the Company as one of the best companies to work for in Spain.

View original advert (Spanish)

Somos una compañía global, líder en el desarrollo de infraestructuras regenerativas que generan un impacto positivo en la sociedad. Nuestra plantilla, formada por más de 65.000 profesionales y presente en más de 40 países de los cinco continentes, contribuye a nuestra misión de diseñar un planeta mejor. Buscamos personas que quieran marcar la diferencia, promover el desarrollo sostenible y encontrar soluciones a los mayores desafíos globales, incluidos el cambio climático, la sobrepoblación y la escasez hídrica. Únete a nosotros en la búsqueda de soluciones para lograr un futuro sostenible.

En el Programa de Becas de ACCIONA formarás parte de equipos que te involucrarán en proyectos desde el primer día, acompañado por expertos que te ayudarán a desarrollar tus capacidades y participar en el día a día de una empresa global.

ACCIONA, en su negocio de Agua, precisa incorporar un/a becario/a para su departamento de Sostenibilidad.

Descripción del puesto

Buscamos una persona con entusiasmo para colaborar con el departamento de Sostenibilidad de la línea de negocio de Agua especialmente en el área ambiental profundizando en el concepto de sostenibilidad, estrategias de acción climática y desarrollo sostenible o gestión de riesgos ambientales.

Aprenderá de forma detallada a conocer los procesos de caracterización y reporte de información no financiera ambiental y social, ayudando al departamento en la gestión y tratamiento de los datos.

Principales responsabilidades:

Realizar el seguimiento de indicadores clave y de la estrategia de sostenibilidad.
Asegurar la idoneidad del proceso de reporte de información no financiera: seguimiento y consolidación de datos de sostenibilidad (CSRD, SBTI)
Colaboración en el diseño y mejora de los sistemas de recogida de datos, indicadores, cuadros de mando e informes ad-hoc para las áreas operativas.
Soporte al proceso de elaboración de memorias de sostenibilidad y otros elementos de reporte de información no financiera.
Apoyo en el desarrollo y seguimiento de los programas de acción para la consecución de los objetivos en sostenibilidad de ACCIONA, en colaboración con los proyectos.
Incorporar la sostenibilidad ambiental y social en licitaciones, contratos y procesos de due diligence, evaluando riesgos y oportunidades y asegurando el cumplimiento de compromisos regulatorios y ambientales.
Colaborar en el desarrollo propuestas de valor diferenciadas en sostenibilidad que apoyen a la estructuración financiera de proyectos incorporando la lógica regenerativa.
Análisis de riesgos ESG de las oportunidades de negocio.
Acompañamiento a los proyectos en la aplicación de criterios climáticos y ambientales.
Soporte a los requisitos en materia de sostenibilidad de los proyectos (análisis de riesgos esg y climáticos, cálculo de huellas ambientales, requisitos de clientes y financiadores...)
Monitorizar tendencias en el ámbito de sostenibilidad y de actividad del negocio de AGUA.

Requisitos del candidato

Requisitos clave:

Realizar una beca de 6 meses a media jornada o a jornada completa. Incorporación de septiembre a marzo.
Fin de grado o máster oficial/habilitante de Ciencias Ambientales, Biología, Ingeniería medioambiental, Ingeniería química, Ingenierías forestal y del medio natural.
Nivel alto de inglés
Alta atención al detalle y rigor en el tratamiento de la información.
Conocimientos avanzados de Excel,Power BI, Phyton...
Se valorará conocimiento en manejo y programación de bases de datos.
Se valorará positivamente conocimientos y formación en medioambiente y sostenibilidad.
Proactividad y conciencia ambiental.

¿Qué esperamos de ti?