We shape BASF's future by defining the strategic framework. As part of the Corporate Center, we support our Board of Executive Directors in all portfolio and resource allocation decisions. We develop strategies, identify risks and opportunities and analyze trends in sustainability and technology. Together with the operating divisions, we develop strategies for the business and support their implementation.

The Corporate Sustainability division manages the integration of sustainability into BASF's core business activities and strategic decision-making processes. The Carbon Steering Group is looking for committed interns by February 2026 with a focus on sustainability within Corporate Sustainability for 4-6 months.

• As part of your internship, you will be particularly supportive of CO2 accounting activities, such as the calculation and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions. Specifically involved in mapping activities for external purchased raw materials.
• In addition, you will be create models of specific chemicals to estimate their carbon footprint. 
• You will also work with us to integrate coordination and prioritization of raw material carbon footprint mapping activities with Business unit representatives.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to complete a thesis following the internship in our unit.

• ongoing studies in chemistry, natural sciences, or a comparable course of studies 
• great interest in corporate strategic work and sustainability topics, ideally first practical experience 
• lifecycle assessment knowledge is an advantage 
• safe handling of MS Office applications as well as IT affinity 
• very good knowledge of German and English
• independent way of working as well as strategic skills

• Practical phase - actively apply theory in challenging and varied tasks/projects 
• Teambuddy - contact person for all questions and regular feedback
• Networks - get to know different perspectives, ways of thinking and fields of work
• Internship compensation - a recognition of the commitment, more information here: on.basf.com/compensationBASFSE
• Flexible working hours - depending on the location and area of work

• Laura Rebecca Beltempo (Talent Acquisition), laura-rebecca.beltempo@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-59842 will be happy to answer your questions for this position. You are also welcome to book an online appointment HERE.
• You can also reach our recruiting team here.
• First information about our application processcan be found here.

BASF SE, located in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, is the corporate headquarters of the BASF Group and part of the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region. BASF stands for competence in chemistry since 1865 and is represented today in the world's major consumer markets, with a wide range of products. As the largest employer in the region, BASF SE offers multiple career opportunities for students, university graduates and professionals providing also training in over 30 professions. Leisure, sports, culture and a good infrastructure characterize the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region, in which BASF is also involved with numerous activities. Learn more about BASF SE at http://on.basf.com/BASFSE_LU

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