Intern/Consultant - Sustainability Operating Model Transformation (Geneva/Zurich)

At EY, we\’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We\’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The opportunity: your next adventure awaits Join us in helping clients navigate current and upcoming sustainability (due diligence) legislations. We value collaboration and critical thinking, encouraging our team to engage in meaningful discussions that foster an environment where innovative ideas thrive. We are seeking a professional candidate who can work independently and contribute to our agile, and rapidly growing team that operates with a startup mindset, offering flexibility and autonomy. Your key responsibilities As an intern or consultant within EY\’s Swiss Sustainability Tax team, you focus on compliance with sustainability regulations and work at the intersection of business, legal, data and IT Contribute to projects related to various regulations, including the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), and Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR incl. Digital Product Passport) Contribute to tasks and deliverables along the entire project lifecycle, incl. business development, proposals, project delivery, events, etc. Engage primarily with multinational corporations on large transformation projects, including the adaptation of processes, governance and IT systems (incl. ERP and sustainability management platforms) for compliance and strategic/operational decision-making Work within international project teams, from early regulatory impact assessments to system implementation Apply financial modeling techniques to assess compliance as well as non-compliance costs, and calculate embedded CO2 emissions, particularly for scalable solutions and tools Assist companies in applying for grants and subsidies and leveraging financial modeling Explore opportunities in the nexus between sustainability, customs, transfer pricing and operating model transformations What we look for A (post) master\’s degree in economics, tax, finance, law, engineering, natural sciences, computer science or equivalent While prior experience in ESG regulations is not required, we seek hands-on and quick learners who can adapt to fast-evolving legislations Ideally, you have experience with data modelling and analytics and are comfortable with tools such as Alteryx, PowerBI or equivalent You want to contribute to lasting positive environmental and/or social changes by helping large organizations transform from within Attention to detail, a passion for new projects and challenges, and a desire for continuous learning, particularly in the field of sustainability We\’re looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers We\’re looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusively to build safety and trust Full working proficiency in English. German or French is considered a plus What\’s in it for you Here at EY, you\’ll have the chance to build a truly exceptional experience. We\’ll empower you with the latest technology, surround you with high-performing teams, and provide the global scale and diverse and inclusive culture you need to discover your full potential. Through our coaching and training programs, you\’ll develop the skills you need to stay relevant today and, in the future, – all while building a network of colleagues, mentors, and leaders who will be on the journey with you at EY and beyond. Click here to find out more about our benefits and corporate social responsibility. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. To help create an equitable and inclusive experience during the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible about any disability-related adjustments or accommodation you may need. EY | Building a better working world EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.