Internship ESG Team (f/m/d) | 80-100% | Hybrid working model | Zurich

Welcome to SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG simplifies lives with innovative digital solutions, transforming industries since its formation in 2021 through the merger of Scout24 Switzerland and TX Markets. Operating across real estate, automotive, general marketplaces and finance & insurance, SMG thrives on its core values: Better Together, Aim High, and Act Responsibly.

Meet the team!

At SMG, our strength lies in our people. Meet some of the team members you could be working with:

• Macarena Ballesteros - Head of Corporate ESG -  LinkedIn
• Alicia Hammerstein - Manager ESG Reporting -  LinkedIn
• Daniel Vogelsang - Junior Manager Corporate Sustainability -  LinkedIn

Join us in shaping a more sustainable future - Starting September 2025
Step into a six-month internship with our passionate Sustainability Team and help bring our strategic roadmap to life. You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who are committed to sustainability, creative communication, and strengthening the SMG community through meaningful impact.

Your Mission

We're looking for a proactive and purpose-driven intern to join our Sustainability Team at the SMG group level. In this role, you'll:

• Help manage and maintain our sustainability data systems, with a focus on GHG inventory tracking and accurate documentation
• Support project coordination across teams, aligning stakeholders, timelines, and resources to drive our sustainability goals
• Create clear, tailored content to share sustainability insights with internal and external audiences
• Stay up-to-date on sustainability trends, best practices, the regulatory environment, and disclosure frameworks and standards
• Contribute to awareness campaigns that inspire and engage employees on sustainable practices

What will you bring to the ride?

• A degree in environmental engineering, environmental sciences, business, economics, or a related field, ideally with a focus on sustainability, sustainable finance, or climate policy
• A strong interest in sustainability and a solid understanding of the evolving ESG landscape, including regulatory and corporate developments
• Familiarity with key frameworks such as the GHG Protocol, TCFD, or GRI; hands-on experience is a plus
• Confidence in data validation, consolidation, and verification processes. You bring a structured and analytical mindset with strong attention to detail, particularly in the context of climate balance reporting and GHG inventory management
• A proactive mindset and a collaborative attitude; you take initiative and help drive progress on complex topics
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work well with diverse teams and stakeholders
• You're a team player and enjoy collaborating with others
• Fluency in English; German is an advantage

We value the skills you bring and your ability to learn quickly, so don't worry if your career path has been unique.

What do we offer?

• 6 weeks of holidays (with the possibility to buy up to 10 additional days)
• 40-hour week
• 18 weeks of maternity leave and 6 weeks of paternity leave. Also applies in cases of adoption.
• Flexible working arrangements (we strongly value work-life balance) 
• Access to mental health, well-being, and counseling platforms
• Swiss transport system half-fare card and travel first class by train between SMG sites in Switzerland

Recruitment Process  

We believe hiring is a two-way street, where both parties get to know each other. Here's what you can expect:

• Meet the Hiring Manager 
• Technical team interview
• Culture fit session

At SMG, we value unique perspectives and believe in the potential of every individual. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement. Together, we grow skills, embrace differences, and make an impact.

Apply now
To take this opportunity, send us your  detailed CV  and feel free to add any supporting documents we need to look at in order to understand that you are the perfect fit.

About Us

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG. is a pioneering network of online marketplaces and cutting-edge European digital company that simplifies people's lives with innovative products.

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG. provides customers the best tools to meet their life decision needs. The portfolio includes Real Estate ( ImmoScout24 ,  Homegate ,  Flatfox ,  alle-immobilien.ch ,  Immostreet.ch ,  home.ch ,  Publimmo ,  Acheter-Louer.ch ,  CASASOFT ,  IAZI ), Automotive ( AutoScout24 ,  MotoScout24 ), General Marketplaces ( anibis.ch ,  tutti.ch ,  Ricardo ) and Finance & Insurance ( FinanceScout24 ,  moneyland.ch ).
The company was founded in November 2021 by TX Group AG, Ringier AG, La Mobilière and General Atlantic.

Disclaimer

SMG Swiss Marketplace Group AG  primarily engages directly with candidates. We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies unless we have specifically requested their assistance for particular roles. Any submissions made without a prior request from our Talent Acquisition team will not be acknowledged or considered. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation of recruitment agencies in respecting this policy.