Junior Carbon Expert

Department: Services

Are you an ambitious individual looking to tackle climate change during working hours, too?

We are a climate tech start-up located at the heart of Brussels looking for an ambitious and motivated person to help us build and grow.

At Tapio, the Carbon Expert intern will work directly with clients, conducting comprehensive carbon assessments, and leading workshops and training sessions. This hands-on role is designed to equip clients with the necessary tools and knowledge to effectively manage and reduce their carbon footprint.

Who are we?

We know companies have a significant role in the global sustainable transition, and Tapio is there to inspire them to tackle climate change. We provide them the tools & carbon expertise they need to succeed. We envision a decarbonized future, and we’re looking to team up with great people and solve problems. Sounds like a match?

What you’ll do in a few words

Carbon Consulting:

  • Assist in evaluating and reducing clients’ carbon emissions, with guidance from senior consultants.
  • Participate in facilitating climate workshops (e.g., Climate Fresk, Puzzle Climat) to raise awareness among stakeholders.
  • Support client engagement through presentations, Q&A sessions, and follow-ups, with mentorship from the team.

Product Support:

  • Contribute to testing new features and prototypes for the Tapio platform, providing constructive feedback.
  • Help update and manage data sets, including emissions factors and templates, while learning key processes.
  • Support the development of new tools and templates to optimize client workflows.

Training and Partnerships:

  • Assist in onboarding and training clients and partners on the Tapio platform, with team support.
  • Collaborate on creating educational materials (e.g., guides, e-learning modules) for clients and partners.
  • Participate in ongoing learning initiatives to stay updated on carbon methodologies and sustainability practices.

Team Collaboration:

  • Work closely with the tech, product, and sales teams to enhance the client experience.
  • Support cross-functional projects and contribute ideas for improving tools and processes.

Why Join Us?

  • Make a real impact: Join a mission-driven start-up working at the forefront of climate action.
  • Learn and grow: Work in a supportive environment where mentorship and growth opportunities are prioritized.
  • Collaborate: Be part of a passionate and dynamic team tackling big challenges with innovative solutions.

If you’re curious, motivated, and ready to take your first steps in carbon management, we’d love to hear from you! 

We are looking for someone:

  • Aware and sensitive to climate issues, with a strong motivation to contribute to impactful solutions. Autonomous, and able to take initiative
  • Eager to learn and grow, with a proactive and curious mindset, ready to develop their skills in carbon management and sustainability.
  • A team player with a collaborative approach, while also being autonomous and able to take initiative.
  • Rigorous and organized, capable of managing tasks with attention to detail and excellence.
  • A tech enthusiast, interested in leveraging tools and systems for climate action.
  • Passionate about sustainability and carbon management, with a desire to make a tangible impact on the environment.

We’d love to hear from you if you have

  • A Master’s degree or equivalent in a discipline related to sustainable development, environmental sciences, or a related field.
  • Some experience in sustainability or climate-related projects, through internships, studies, or entry-level positions (no minimum years required).
  • Good knowledge or willingness to learn about international carbon standards and systems, such as the GHG Protocol, Bilan Carbone, and Science-Based Targets (SBTi).
  • Excellent communication skills in English and French (written and verbal).
  • Fluent in Dutch.
  • A strong desire to learn by doing and to grow in a dynamic start-up environment.
  • Comfortable working with data and analysis, or open to developing these skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Affinity with green technologies and carbon responsibility.
  • An ability to think creatively and strategically, with a problem-solving mindset.
  • Familiarity with greenhouse gas calculation tools (GHG protocol, Bilan Carbone…)
  • Endless learner with a collaborative mindset and a good sense of humor.

What you will join:

  • Paid internship (CIP contract), with the ambition to hire you at the end of the internship
  • Opportunity to develop professionally and developing your skills: training courses, library, events, etc.
  • Incredible work environment located in the heart of Brussels (251 Avenue Louise, between Bailli and Vleurgat);
  • Flexible working hours – you’ll get rewarded upon your performance, not your timesheet;
  • Balance between your professional and private lives is essential to us;
  • Weekly team lunches and frequent after-work drinks;
  • Great autonomy, strong responsibilities, and a career boost;
  • Joining a young and passionate team who loves big challenges and having fun.
  • Meeting some of the most exciting and promising climate solutions;
  • 12.5 days of paid leave

We make the fight against climate change a source of inspiration, turning challenges into opportunities. This internship is your chance to make an impact while improving your skills in a fun environment!

      Apply 🚀

      Want to join the adventure? Then go ahead and join us!

      • Step 1: Send us your CV and motivation letter
      • Step 2: A 15-min call
      • Step 3: A case study
      • Step 4: A 1-hour interview
      • Step 5: Let’s start!

      If you have any questions about this position or the application process, please don’t hesitate to contact us at recruitment@tapioview.com.

      Tapio values diversity and inclusivity, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Thank you for considering joining our team! 🌳