Intern in the Field of Invasive Neobiota in the Cantonal Administration 100%

About the job

observe | develop | act

Building Department Canton of Zurich

100%

From September 2026, limited to 6 months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months

Intern in the Field of Invasive Neobiota in the Cantonal Administration

Experience everyday professional life.

The Biosafety Section deals with biological risks in closed and open systems, with invasive, non-native organisms, so-called invasive neobiota, also playing a role. To support this, the Biosafety Section team is looking for an intern from early September 2026 for 6 months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

The Biosafety Section deals with biological risks in closed and open systems, with invasive, non-native organisms, so-called invasive neobiota, also playing a role. To support this, the Biosafety Section team is looking for an intern from early September 2026 for 6 months with the possibility of extension up to 12 months.

Your tasks

During your internship, you will support the Biosafety Section in the field of neobiota (www.zh.ch/neobiota). You will collaborate with other cantonal authorities, federal offices, municipalities, and private offices. In daily business, you will be involved in various cantonal and national projects and independently handle assignments. The position is particularly suitable for career starters or those re-entering the profession.

Your profile

• Completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in biology, geography, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, agronomy, or similar fields
• You have a confident command of the German language, both spoken and written

Your contact

Alexandra Kissling

Scientific Staff Member

043 259 39 06

Scientific Staff Member

043 259 39 06

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About us

The Office for Waste, Water, Energy and Air is committed to a healthy, safe, and attractive environment in the Canton of Zurich. We ensure the protection and sustainable use of natural resources in the Canton of Zurich. As a supervisory authority, we guarantee the supply of clean drinking water and electrical energy, environmentally sound disposal of waste and wastewater, and protection against flooding. For this, 270 employees work every day.

Ready for professional life? During an internship at the Building Department, you will take on exciting and varied tasks in your personal field of expertise and pave the way for your professional future – just two minutes from the main station.

Ready for professional life? During an internship at the Building Department, you will take on exciting and varied tasks in your personal field of expertise and pave the way for your professional future – just two minutes from the main station.

We offer…

Meaningful work

Team

Network

Your application process

Pre-selection

Personal interview on site

Final decision