Intern, Sustainability

This internship offers an opportunity to work closely with the sustainability team of CapitaLand Development (CLD) and external technical experts to contribute to advancing sustainability initiatives. The intern will be tasked with analysing environmental data and assisting in the development of market benchmarks for Singapore's construction sector. You will engage in research and technical projects that directly influence CLD's emissions management practices and sustainability strategies. 

Responsibilities

Contribute to Sustainability Projects: 

• Support cross-functional teams on sustainability initiatives, such as ongoing decarbonization projects, green building certifications, and ESG reporting

• Assist in tracking progress on CLD’s sustainability goals and preparing reports on ESG key performance indicators (KPIs)

• Participate in internal sustainability workshops, helping to drive cultural change across the organization

Research and Data Collection: 

• Conduct research on the availability and nature of emissions data for concrete and its constituents in Singapore

• Compare emissions data with other regions, regionally and internationally, to identify gaps and opportunities for improvement

• Collaborate with stakeholders to collect and validate data for reporting purposes

Support for Benchmark Development: 

• Assist in the creation of a tailored market benchmark for Singapore based on data collected during the reporting pilot

• Work closely with technical experts to validate methodologies and ensure accurate reporting

Learning Opportunities: 

• Gain hands-on experience in emissions data analysis, market benchmark development, and sustainability reporting

• Work closely with industry experts, including those from international organisations and leading institutions

• Learn about CLD markets’ approach to low-carbon material solutions, and the decarbonization of the real estate and construction sector

Requirements

• Preferred a Bachelor/ Master student or as part of Doctorate thesis

• Enrolled in a degree program related to sustainability, sustainable design, environmental science, engineering, or a related field

• Strong analytical skills with an interest in sustainability data and reporting

• Knowledge of excel and similar tools for data collection and processing

• Good communication skills, with the ability to work in a collaborative environment

• Knowledge of carbon accounting or emissions reporting methodologies is an advantage but not required