ESG Business Development Intern
You will work closely with the Business Development team to deliver the business strategy. This involves supporting the team with go-to-market content development, lead generation, identifying and contacting prospective customers or partner companies, and creating client proposals and contracts. The goal of the internship is to gain valuable work experience and skills to start your career in business development and acquire a firm understanding of the ESG industry.
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Job Responsibilities
You will be responsible for business development activities and initiatives such as, but not limited to:
- Assist the team with lead generation across the ESGpedia ecosystem
- Support the team in preparation of go-to-market materials and deliverables
- Provide industry research with a focus on ESGpedia and its application to business processes for clients and partners
- Contribute to business development and marketing strategies in ESGpedia’s suite of ESG solutions
- Promote ESGpedia’s value proposition to prospective customers
- Collaborate with wider Business Development team to advance key ESGpedia opportunities
Requirements
- A degree or diploma graduate or still pursuing a bachelor’s or diploma degree in Business, Finance, Economics or relevant disciplines.
- Enthusiasm for ESG and sustainability which may be demonstrated by previous internship experience and/or personal investing is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel
- Positive attitude with a thirst to learn – proactive, unafraid of exploring and voicing out opinions, etc.
Why Join Us?
Be a Force for Good: Your work here doesn’t just tick boxes—it drives meaningful, measurable change for businesses, industries, and communities striving to build a more sustainable future.
Freedom to Own It: We hire capable, driven people and we trust them. You’ll have the autonomy to take charge of your work, backed by a culture that values results over red tape.
Think Big, Act Together: Collaboration fuels us. You’ll work with sharp, mission-driven teammates across disciplines—no silos, just shared goals and smart execution.
Grow Fast, Learn Always: We move quickly and expect a lot—but we invest even more in your growth. If you’re hungry to learn and ready to stretch, you’ll thrive here.
Work-Life, Reimagined: Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or somewhere in between, flexibility is real. We care about outcomes, not hours—and we build trust through accountability.
Resilience Pays Off: If you’re wired for growth, this is where the grind turns into pride.
What We Look For
Self-Starters: You don’t wait for instruction—you spot what needs doing and take initiative. We love that.
Curious Builders: You ask the right questions, dig deep, and thrive in ambiguity. You turn complex problems into elegant, real-world solutions.
Communicators Who Connect: Whether you’re writing a report or leading a meeting, you convey your ideas with clarity, empathy, and purpose.
Accountable High Performers: You take ownership, deliver under pressure, and hold yourself to a high standard—even when no one’s watching.
Passion for Impact: You’re not just looking for a job—you want to do work that matters. Whether it’s advancing sustainability, transforming client outcomes, or innovating with tech, you’re fueled by purpose and driven to make a difference!
ESGpedia is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace for all. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, advancement, or other employment practices. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
We appreciate the time and effort you invest in your application. Due to the overwhelming number of resumes we typically receive, we regret to inform that only shortlisted applicants will be notified. All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.