Working Student ESG (m/f/d)

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METRO is seeking a Working Student ESG (m/f/d) in Düsseldorf to support developing and implementing sustainability strategies, tracking targets, supporting assessments, inquiries, market research, and internal/external communications. The role requires current enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s program with at least two years left, solid ESG knowledge, fluent German (C1-C2) and strong English (B2-C1), excellent MS Office skills, and a structured, proactive mindset with teamwork. This part-time onsite position offers up to 20 hours weekly, mentoring, well-being programs, and campus perks. To apply, tailor your resume to ESG projects, quantify outcomes, show language proficiency, and demonstrate alignment with ONE METRO values and sCore goals.

Company Description

METRO is a leading international food wholesaler which specialises in serving the needs of hotels, restaurants, and caterers (HoReCa) as well as independent merchants (Traders). Around the world, METRO has approx. 15 million customers who benefit from the wholesale company’s unique multichannel mix: customers can purchase their goods in one of the large stores in their area as well as by delivery (Food Service Distribution, FSD) – all digitally supported and connected. In parallel, METRO MARKETS is being developed as an international online marketplace for the needs of professional customers which has been growing and expanding continuously since 2019. Acting sustainably is one of the company principles of METRO which has been listed in various sustainability indices and rankings, including MSCI, Sustainalytics and CDP. METRO operates in more than 30 countries and employs over 85,000 people worldwide. In financial year 2023/24, METRO generated sales of €31 billion.

At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our “sCore” growth strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals. These shared values provide us with rules of conduct that are binding for everyone at METRO, in all countries and companies. Our commitment to wholesale is at the forefront of our mission, and we are constantly striving to improve. With our ONE METRO spirit, everyone stands together, bringing curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust. Find out more about METRO at careers.metroag.de. 

Job Description

What You’ll Do

• Support the development and implementation of sustainability strategies and help track progress toward targets
• Contribute to external sustainability assessments, ratings, and audits
• Handling internal and external sustainability-related inquiries
• Conduct market research and competitive analyses on sustainability topics
• Support internal and external sustainability communications, including reports, articles, and media content

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program (e.g., Sustainability, CSR, Business, Economics, Communications, or Social Sciences), with ideally 2+ years remaining
• Solid understanding of ESG principles (Environmental, Social, Governance)
• Excellent German skills (C1–C2) and strong English proficiency (B2–C1)
• Strong MS Office skills
• A structured, proactive mindset with strong teamwork and organizational skills

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Work-life balance: Flexible working hours -  up to 20 working hours/week - with the option of mobile working in agreement with your line manager, prorated holidays earned based on your contract and working time.
• Mentoring for the duration of your contract (max. 2 years).
• Well-being: Health days with lots of health checks and information about your well-being, company medical care including a range of preventive services, such as flu shots, OTHEB employee assistance program. 
• Exciting life on campus: Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees, discounts in our wholesale store, and many campus events.