Internship – project and community coordination

Open Role: Internship – Project and Community Coordination

Key Details:

• Location: Geneva, Switzerland
• Duration: 6-month role, with potential to extend into a permanent agreement
• Starting date: July 2026

About the Global Impact Coalition:

The Global Impact Coalition (GIC) is a collaborative platform enabling the chemical industry to achieve a circular and net‑zero emissions future. Incubated at the World Economic Forum, the GIC is led by key industry players including SABIC, Clariant, Covestro, LyondellBasell, Mitsubishi Chemical Group, Moeve, Syensqo, SUEZ and LG Chem. As the industry’s first ever CEO and executive‑led coalition, the GIC’s members collaborate to address challenges that cannot be effectively tackled alone. The GIC provides a cross‑industry platform to co‑develop and scale‑up new technologies and innovative business models to reduce carbon emissions and advance circularity along the value chain.

Overview:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and proactive intern to join our rapidly growing team. As an intern, you will support the daily work of the GIC team. You will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, senior‑level environment, learning from experienced professionals within our team and the broader community. The role sits at the intersection of communications, business development and operations. The role requires someone to be comfortable switching contexts rapidly across strategic outreach, content production and event and working group logistics.

Reporting lines and interactions:

You will report directly to the Senior Manager of the GIC. You will have close interactions with the full GIC team.

We are looking for a candidate who can learn quickly, is naturally curious, and understands the importance of having a solid administrative and operational base. In this position, you will have the opportunity to closely collaborate with senior decision makers and project experts from member companies and strategic partners.

Main Responsibilities:

• Coordinate meetings, events and working group logistics, organising schedules, resources and on‑the‑day support
• Support the GIC communications strategy across content creation, video editing, social media and outreach
• Produce and maintain communications and marketing materials - including presentations, reports, the website, institutional materials and event collateral (e.g. WEF Davos)
• Assist with media relations, helping prepare and pitch GIC stories
• Help develop and deliver the GIC bi‑monthly newsletter
• Support community engagement for the wider GIC Community, coordinating events and operational requests
• Maintain records and the CRM, keeping information accurate and up to date
• Contribute to business development analysis and strategic assessments

Expected Capabilities:

• Strong attention to detail, ensuring the highest quality work
• Proficiency in MS Office/Excel/PowerPoint/Canva and recent digital platforms
• Comfort with CRM tools and project management software
• Facility using evolving AI tools effectively
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• A proactive and collaborative mindset
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Eager to learn and improve, integrating constructive feedback
• Ability to do in‑depth data analysis using advanced tools

Qualifications:

• Recently graduated in a relevant field of study (e.g., Business, Sustainability, Communications, Environmental Science)
• Previous internship experience in a business (sustainability, marketing) or consulting is highly desirable
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in additional languages is an asset

To apply:

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position and how your skills align with the responsibilities. Email your application to contact@wearegic.com. Please note that, due to work authorization requirements, we are currently only able to consider candidates who hold an EU passport.