Intern Energy & Sustainability (public sector focus)
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Intern
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Are you eager to work with talented people to develop innovative solutions for society’s most complex and challenging problems? At Guidehouse, a leading global consulting firm, we serve public and commercial clients with specialized capabilities in strategy, technology, and risk management. In Europe, we build on a 40-year track record in energy, sustainability, and beyond.
We offer an exciting, international, fast-paced environment that fosters intellectual growth and rewards impact. Our firm is at the forefront of solving complex problems for clients across government and private sectors, giving our people the opportunity to shape the future of consulting.We see thesis internships as an important route to get to know strong future consultants: during the internship, you will work with our team on real client questions while developing a thesis topic that fits our energy and/or sustainability focus.
We are looking for candidates who
- Have a strong affinity with energy and sustainability topics, emphasizing areas such as policies, decarbonization of industry and transport, new energy solutions and land-use related topic.
- Bring skills and interests that complement Guidehouse’s broad strengths, for example related to agentic AI, data automation or across sector collaboration.
- Demonstrate a consulting mindset: Commercially oriented, agile, and able to understand sector dynamics.
- Possess strong soft skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Are proactive, independent, and passionate about consulting.
What you will do:
We provide an internship opportunity that allows you to both focus on your thesis and work on ongoing projects. Depending on your internship set up, you will:
- Write your thesis with support from our experts and contribute at least 8 hours/week to project work.
- Contribute to diverse projects for international clients, from assessing environmental performance to supporting market development in new sectors.
- Conduct market and policy analysis, data-driven insights, interviews, workshops, synthesis of findings, models, dashboards and visualisations.
- Uphold Guidehouse’s values of respect, integrity, innovation, stewardship, and excellence, supporting our culture of inclusion and diversity.
- Build relationships with colleagues and participate in team and industry events.
What you will need:
Academic Qualifications and Interests:
- Enrolled in a relevant Master’s program (e.g., business, engineering, economics, mathematics, physical sciences, etc.).
- Strong curiosity and/or experience in topics such as sustainability, advanced energy technologies, industrial decarbonization, bioeconomy, carbon markets, and related fields.
Additional Requirements:
- Full professional proficiency in Dutch and English is required (both spoken and written).
- No restrictions around performing work in the Netherlands and must be enrolled at a university.
- Not subject to employment restrictions (e.g., non-compete) that would prevent you from performing the job.
You are:
- A team player who collaborates effectively at all levels.
- A critical thinker with attention to detail and creativity in problem-solving.
- Able to balance multiple priorities and communicate clearly to stakeholders.
- Comfortable communicating and open to coaching.
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications, and comfortable using artificial intelligence tools to improve efficiency and project delivery.
Possible thesis topics include (but are not limited to):
- Bioeconomy (e.g. viable business models, policies to steer, interaction with agriculture & nature)
- Climate finance mechanisms including systems like green bonds, nature credits
- Decarbonisation of rail sector (e.g. unlocking investments, modal shift, GHG reporting systems)
- Carbon removals (e.g. interaction with nature and agriculture, market and value chain creation)
- Aviation and maritime sector (e.g. decarbonization pathways, policy environment)
- Biogas (e.g. analysing optimal end uses, policy and market options to unlock production potential)
Industrial decarbonization & competitiveness
- Other emerging topics linked to Dutch or European energy-transition or carbon-transition challenges.
Application Process
The process consists of four steps:
- Apply with your CV, including academic grades and languages, and a motivation letter of up to 400 words explaining:
a) why Guidehouse
b) why energy and sustainability
c) What 2-5 relevant thesis topics you would like to explore
d) what academic, thesis, project or extracurricular experience shows your ability to structure problems, analyse data and communicate insights clearly.
- If selected, attend an (online) interview (early July 2026).
- If successful, interview with a potential supervisor (mid July 2026).
- Upon passing all rounds, receive an offer to join Guidehouse in August 2026 (starting date is negotiable).
Guidehouse is an equal opportunities employer. We assess all applicants objectively and are committed to fair and equitable treatment across all aspects of our HR policies and practices.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
About Guidehouse
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