University Intern Department of Water

About the job

Ittigen, Switzerland (and home office) | 80-100%

How you can contribute

• Assess construction projects regarding groundwater protection / water body morphology and ecology and prepare statements on them
• Project collaboration in the sections Water Management and Fundamentals of Revitalisation as well as Groundwater Protection
• Write texts and short reports on water-related topics

What makes you unique

• Master's degree in natural sciences, geology, environmental sciences or geography
• Knowledge in the field of aquatic ecology and/or groundwater protection
• Enjoy writing well-structured texts
• Enjoy teamwork, independent and helpful
• Good active knowledge of at least one second official language and, if possible, knowledge of a third official language

In a nutshell

Are you concerned about natural, clean waters? Support the Department of Water in the areas of groundwater protection, water body space and revitalisation.

What we offer

• Working for Switzerland We are committed to the Swiss success model and work for the benefit of the population.
• Lived diversity Thanks to equal opportunities, we develop our skills and bring in different perspectives.
• Healthy at the workplace We support and advise our employees in the area of physical and mental health.

All benefits

Quality of life for today and tomorrow.

The Federal Office for the Environment (FOEN) is responsible for the sustainable use of natural resources such as soil, water, air and forest, for protection against natural hazards and for the preservation of biodiversity. It is part of the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communications (DETEC).

We have Switzerland of today and tomorrow in mind and take responsibility for the successful development of our country in demanding projects. FOEN offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to a sustainable Switzerland in a modern working environment.

Additional information

Start date: 1 January 2027 or by arrangement.

Duration: limited to 1 year

The university internship is limited to one year. Preference is given to applicants who can commit until the end of December 2027.

Conditions for the university internship: Students and university graduates (degree obtained within the last 12 months before starting the position)

Questions about the position

Michael Schärer
Section Head Groundwater Protection
+41 58 464 79 43