Internship - 6 months - Research Vote ESG Engagement F/M
Company Description
An entrepreneurial structure, Mirova is a conviction-driven asset management company dedicated to impact investing. It develops high-performing investment solutions for its individual and institutional clients, aimed at accelerating the transformation of our economy towards a sustainable model. Already a pioneer in sustainable investment, Mirova made the choice to become a mission-driven company in 2020 and obtained B Corp certification.
Mirova is an affiliated management company of Natixis Investment Managers. It develops a comprehensive approach to responsible investing by offering solutions across various asset classes: equities, fixed income, diversified investments, infrastructure, renewable energy, natural capital, private equity, and solidarity investments.
With €32 billion in assets under management as of the end of 2024, Mirova relies on more than 240 employees in Paris, London, Singapore, and Boston, with strong growth prospects in Europe, Asia, and the United States.
Job Description
You are joining our Responsible Search team, which is looking for a ESG analyst, for an internship of 6 months from September 2026.
The team is responsible for advising managers on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. This extra-financial information complements traditional financial analysis to inform investment decisions.
Within the Mirova Sustainable Development Research team (23 people), you will work closely with our governance and engagement manager, who is based in Paris. You will accompany him for the analysis of companies' practices and in the context of exchanges with these companies.
Your main tasks will be to contribute to the work of our sustainable development experts, by supporting them in the following missions:
- Dialogue with companies on their ESG practices
- Analysis of the ESG performance of companies
- Promotion of sustainability issues in the context of our actions at general meetings (notably through voting)
- Development of our analysis tools and contribution to reporting
Supervised from Paris by our analyst in voting and engagement, you will be led to learn and be a source of proposals. In France, you will be part of a large team of experts to support you in your daily life.
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As a Top Employer, we place our employees at the center of our attention. Internal mobility, career development and training programs allow you to grow and flourish throughout your journey.
You operate in an inclusive work environment, promoting collaboration with concrete missions and a real impact. We will accompany you throughout your experience with us so that you can learn and develop your skills working alongside experienced professionals.
You also have the opportunity to engage in favor of society and causes that are important to you through our corporate foundation.
You receive an internship allowance based on your training and level of education, also a refund of your transport ticket up to 60%, one day of authorized absence paid for each month worked and access to the company’s restaurant.
Required Skills/Qualifications/Experience
As a BAC+4/5 student, you are preparing a degree (university, business school or engineering school), with a specialization in finance, law, or political and social sciences.
You specialize in sustainable development, which is a plus;
You are especially curious about responsible business practices and the role investors can play in the transition;
You have an analytical mind and good writing skills;
You also have Excel skills.
And last but not least, you are fluent in English.
You will be contacted by one of our recruiters before meeting our business experts. An ideal moment of exchange to highlight your personality and your project.