Intern in International Services, Sustainable Value Chains Portfolio

GIZ International Services (InS) is a division of GIZ. Through InS, GIZ extends its service offering to clients beyond official German development cooperation. Established in 2002, InS has become a trusted actor in international cooperation, serving more than 80 clients worldwide. Alongside steady business with the European Union and the private sector, the department has recently seen significant growth in cooperation with German public clients.

Delivering tangible results and value for clients that are both economically viable and sustainable lies at the core of InS’ work. Projects implemented by InS create jobs, reduce environmental impacts, strengthen supply chains, and improve living conditions. Business at InS takes many forms, with each market segment contributing to GIZ’s vision of shaping a just and sustainable world.

InS is implementing its Strategy 2030, with a strong emphasis on positioning, strategic outreach, and advocacy in priority sectors. Within this framework, the Sustainable Value Chains Portfolio develops innovative service offerings to strengthen, diversify and make more sustainable agricultural and mineral supply chains.

As the portfolio moves into the implementation and market rollout phase, we are looking for a motivated intern with a strong interest in supply chains, critical minerals, or agriculture, and curiosity about how public, philanthropic, and private actors interact.

• Support the implementation of the Sustainable Value Chains Portfolio business plan
• Build and maintain market intelligence
• Conduct market, stakeholder, and trend analyses related to supply chains, responsible mining & minerals, and regenerative agriculture
• Support the implementation of marketing and go-to-market strategies
• Contribute to pitch decks, presentations, and acquisition materials
• Research potential partners and stakeholders (public sector, private sector, start-ups, multilateral actors)
• Support the preparation of events, meetings, and stakeholder engagements
• Support the development of project concept

• Advanced student or recent graduate in natural resource management, business administration, agronomy, or a related field
• Strong interest in sustainable supply chains, regenerative agriculture, or responsible mining
• An understanding of the food industry, mining industry, or industrial supply chains is required
• Practical experience from management consulting, relevant industries, or specialized consulting firms is a key asset
• Interest in marketing, communications, and business development, ideally with some practical experience
• Analytical, structured mindset combined with a creative working style
• Very good command of English; German, Spanish or French are an asset
• Strong PowerPoint skills; experience with market research, basic data analysis, or content creation is a plus

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued - regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation. 

Please be informed that you are only allowed to apply for this internship, if you are currently enrolled as a student or graduated not longer than six months ago from the start of your internship.

 We pay a monthly stipend of €2.349,- (gross).

We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities. 

For further information, please contact Ms Weitzel (isabel.weitzel@giz.de).