University Intern Climate Policy

About the job

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

What you can contribute

• Collaborate on the revision of the CO₂ Act for the period after 2030 and other climate policy matters
• Accompany official consultations and hearings, systematically record and evaluate statements
• Prepare a results report on the consultation of the CO₂ Act after 2030 and coordinate the alignment with involved specialist offices
• Contribute to the processing of parliamentary initiatives as well as to the preparation of reports and decision-making bases

What makes you unique

• University studies (Bachelor or Master), for example in political, economic or environmental sciences
• Analytical and conceptual skills for structured evaluation of complex information
• Interest in Swiss climate and environmental policy as well as in political decision-making processes
• Very good written expression skills and enjoyment in clearly presenting facts
• Independent, careful and reliable working style as well as organisational skills
• Good active knowledge of at least one second official language as well as English and, if possible, knowledge of a third official language

In a nutshell

Help shape Swiss climate policy for the period after 2030 and gain direct insight into the work on legislative drafts and other political matters.

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 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 keep an eye on Switzerland today and tomorrow 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: 01.01.2027 or by arrangement.
Internship duration 01.01.2027-31.12.2027.
Conditions for the university internship: Students and university graduates (admin.ch)

Questions about the position

Raphael Bucher
Section Head / Climate Policy
+41 58 465 46 13