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London - Long Term Internship 2025 - Global Banking Sustainability Office Intern

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Sustainability
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must excel in English, have a relevant degree, and be passionate about sustainability. Demonstrate autonomy, analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong Excel/PowerPoint abilities.
  • You will prepare client presentations, develop ESG benchmarks, create marketing materials, support sustainability initiatives, and contribute to events and knowledge sharing on ESG topics.

Requirements

  • Excellent spoken and written English. Additional languages are an advantage.
  • Degree from a university with an excellent academic record.
  • Enthusiasm for sustainability and finance topics.
  • High level of autonomy.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and business development attitude.
  • Strong analysis and judgement.
  • Meticulous accuracy with a keen eye for detail.
  • Excellent MS Office tools, including outstanding Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • Great organisational and time management skills.
  • Team player, proactive, independent, enthusiastic self-starter with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Preparing bespoke client meeting presentations for sustainability meetings and/or advisory.
  • Developing sustainability-related peers benchmarking of clients by sector and across ESG metrics.
  • Preparing replicable marketing material, e.g. the generic ESG Client Pitch, including sustainability trends and market intelligence (e.g. on regulation, investors’ views, sustainable finance) and sustainable solutions of the bank to support the commercial dialogue.
  • Developing knowledge sharing content on ESG thematic (e.g. biodiversity, water, circular economy) with a view to link those to commercial solutions, as well as on ESG risks (e.g. physical risk) and new solutions.
  • Supporting the commercial push of sustainable solutions to the corporate client franchise, in close collaboration with business lines across CIB and beyond.
  • Supporting coordination of internal initiatives and presentations within the bank’s ESG ecosystem.
  • Contributing to and actively participating in sustainability related events in order to share content.

FAQs

What is the purpose of the internship in the Global Banking Sustainability Office?

The purpose of the internship is to assist in the integration of ESG and sustainability into coverage and the commercial dialogue with corporate clients across EMEA, supporting BNP Paribas' aim to accelerate clients’ sustainability ambitions.

What are the primary responsibilities of the intern?

The intern will prepare client meeting presentations, develop sustainability benchmarking, create marketing materials, support commercial push of sustainable solutions, and coordinate internal ESG initiatives.

What qualifications are required for this internship?

Candidates should have an excellent academic record, strong English communication skills, enthusiasm for sustainability and finance, high autonomy, and strong analytical and organizational skills.

Is previous experience in ESG or sustainability required for this internship?

Previous experience is not explicitly required, but a strong enthusiasm for sustainability topics is essential.

How will the intern contribute to sustainability initiatives within the bank?

The intern will support the commercial push of sustainable solutions and share knowledge on various ESG themes, facilitating the promotion of sustainability across the corporate client franchise.

What type of support and training does BNP Paribas offer to its interns?

BNP Paribas provides comprehensive training, mentorship opportunities, and tools for career development to help interns adapt to the evolving world of work.

How does BNP Paribas support employee well-being?

BNP Paribas offers an extensive range of benefits, including generous holiday allowances, financial plans, wellness programs, and mental health support.

Can interns participate in volunteering activities?

Yes, interns can participate in volunteering activities, with the company providing four volunteering days each year.

What are the key skills the ideal candidate should possess?

The ideal candidate should possess strong analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, excellent MS Office capabilities, great organizational skills, and strong interpersonal skills.

Are there any provisions for individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process?

Yes, BNP Paribas is committed to providing adjustments and additional support during the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities or health conditions, as needed.

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Mission & Purpose

more than 190,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. BNP Paribas holds leading positions in its three major operating divisions: ⚆ Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for all the Group’s retail banking networks and several specialised businesses, including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; ⚆ Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment and protection solutions; ⚆ Corporate & Institutional Banking, which is focused on corporate and institutional clients. The Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realise their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, the Group has four domestic markets (Belgium, France, Italy and Luxembourg) and BNP Paribas Personal Finance is the European leader in consumer lending. BNP Paribas is rolling out its integrated retail-banking model in Mediterranean countries, in Turkey, in Eastern Europe and a large network in the western part of the United States. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and Investment & Protection Services activities, BNP Paribas also enjoys top positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific.