Summer Trainee, Sustainability

Introduction 

Speed has always been in our DNA - join us on the fast lane for unlimited passion for technology and innovation working on the future of automotive industry. We are an experienced and visionary partner for contract manufacturing. Become a member of the Valmet Automotive team on the industry on the rise.

Would you be our new Sustainability Trainee? 

A dynamic traineeship within the Group Finance and Sustainability team, offering hands-on experience at the intersection of financial strategy and sustainability initiatives to drive sustainable business transformation. The Sustainability Trainee will support in advancing the company’s sustainability agenda by contributing to CDP reporting, building robust processes for CSRD compliance, and supporting EU Green Taxonomy. In addition, work areas can include other Group Finance-related tasks aligned with trainee´s interests. This role offers hands-on experience in sustainability reporting, data management, and communication within the automotive manufacturing environment. 

Your days in the Sustainability team will include: 

CDP Reporting 

• Assist in the preparation, collection, and submission of the annual Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) reports. 

• Collaborate with internal teams to gather environmental data such as carbon emissions, energy consumption, and water usage. 

• Analyze reporting gaps and recommend improvements to achieve higher CDP scores. 

• Monitor industry benchmarks and trends to enhance CDP reporting processes. 

Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive Process Development 

• Support the development of internal processes and frameworks to comply with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). 

• Assist in assessing the company’s economic activities against the EU Green Taxonomy criteria. 

• Collect and analyze data related to taxonomy alignment, such as capital expenditures (CapEx), operational expenditures (OpEx), and revenues. 

Other Responsibilities: 

• Supporting Group finance in other Group Finance-related tasks aligned with trainee´s interests, such as IFRS reporting and internal controls.   

• Stay updated on regulatory developments, industry trends, and innovations in sustainability. 

• Contribute to cross-functional team efforts to embed sustainability into the company’s culture and operations.

Job tasks can be tailored according to your interests and expertise. 

We hope that you: 

• Recent graduate or current student pursuing a degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field. 

• Basic knowledge of sustainability reporting standards (e.g., CDP, CSRD). 

• Strong analytical skills with an ability to work with large data sets and identify insights. 

• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal. 

• Proactive and self-motivated, with a willingness to learn and take initiative. 

• Language: English proficiency, Finnish optional

You can work either at our office located in Turku, Salo or Helsinki. We also offer a flexible remote work option.   

The trainee period is fixed-term and runs from May to August. 

We offer you: 

• A structured training program to develop your skills and knowledge in sustainability and ESG. 

• Exposure to real-world sustainability challenges and solutions in a global automotive manufacturing company. 

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment that values innovation and continuous improvement. 

• A paid internship with compensation based on the number of credits you have completed. The salary range is 1925€-2525€ 

• Many of our trainees continue with us after the summer, either in part-time roles or by working on their thesis. 

Are you interested but still have questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions here! If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to reach out! 

Ilona Penttinen  
puh. +358 40 485 9227 

Send me a message on WhatsApp, and I’ll be able to get back to you! 

Now it's your turn – send in your application by February 9th, 2025!