STRATEGY AND SUSTAINABILITY CONSULTANT - INTERNSHIP H/F

About Weastem – Finance x Strategies for the New Climate EraWeastem is a finance & strategy firm for the New Climate Era. We support financial institutions, asset managers, private equity firms, and corporates across Europe to navigate systemic risks, climate disruption, and emerging sustainability mandates. Founded in 2025 in Paris, as the spin-off of a seasoned team with a strong track record and a recognized expertise, we are a growing ecosystem of 20+ professionals located at the intersection of strategy, finance, and sustainability. We hold one conviction: finance must shift from being a lever of extraction to a force of transformation rooted in long-term value, resilience, and responsibility.Our ambition is clear→ Help shift the economy from an extractive model to a regenerative one — by positioning finance as a strategic accelerator of that transition.This translates into:Developing strategies and frameworks that move beyond compliance into transformationCultivating systemic thinking and cross-sector collaborationTraining the next generation of finance professionals to work with purpose and visionWeastem is expanding — and we are currently seeking our next intern, ready to play a key role in delivering and shaping missions that matter. Your mission As a Strategy & Sustainability consultant, you will be an integral part of our consulting teams — not an observer, but a contributor. Under the guidance of experienced consultants and managers, you will gain firsthand exposure to how finance, strategy, and sustainability intersect through real client work. You will : Contribute to client engagements under the supervision of consultants and managersConduct research on ESG regulations, climate and biodiversity dynamics, and market trendsSupport the preparation of client deliverables such as benchmarks, analyses, interview guides, and presentationsAssist in structuring methodologies for sustainability assessments and impact measurementParticipate in internal knowledge development and knowledge-sharing initiativesContribute to the internal develpment of the Team, such as organizing events or implement new toolsTo ensure your learning and development, you will be supervised and coached with regular feedback, and your work will evolve as your skills grow. Our goal is to help you become a thoughtful, rigorous and impact-driven professional. Core Types of Missions You Might SupportStrategic ESG / sustainability due diligencePortfolio risk & resilience analysis (climate, biodiversity, social dynamics)Design of adaptation, climate, and regenerative finance strategiesTransformation roadmaps for financial and non-financial institutionsDevelopment of investment methodologies that embed sustainability into value creationDirect support to portfolio companies through GHG emissions assessments, risk analyses, tranings and other customised missions.What we look for We are looking for students or recent graduates with intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking, and a desire to contribute to meaningful work. You are: a student or recent graduate with a background or clear interest in finance, economics, strategy, or sustainabilityBrings curiosity, analytical rigor, research skills—and the ability to synthesize complex informationA quick learner who enjoys problem-solving and teamwork Passionate about sustainabilityMotivated to explore the role finance can play in shaping a sustainable, regenerative economy Willing to engage not just in project work, but also in building Weastem’s collective knowledge and internal culture Communicates clearly in English and ideally French (advanced level necessary); other European languages are a plusWhat you'll find at WeastemA collective working environment where every voice matters — combining a core team and independent partners into a living ecosystemA structured and supportive onboarding and mentoring process Exposure to intellectually rich, cross-sector challenges that require both thoughtful rigor and courage to actSupport for learning, growth, and inquiry — regular internal reflections, training, mentorshipA values-driven culture anchored in collaboration, integrity, courage, and systems thinkingA central Paris office in the 9th arrondisement A paid internship (1800€/month), with access to all team activities and shared resources Recruitment processPre-screening call to know more about you and your availabilitiesThree interview rounds with senior consultants or managers Includes a case study on sustainable finance / strategic thinking to assess your thinking, structure, and motivation