Professional Internship

Abstract

In the compulsory internship outside of ETH Zürich, the students in Environmental Sciences learn about how environmental issues are handled professionally through their own practical work and by applying the knowledge they acquired. They will analyse complex environmental problems on scientific, technical and social levels and develop solutions in conjunction with social actors.

Objective

During the internship, students will learn how to professionally handle environmental issues from the technical-scientific, planning, administrative, and/or advisory perspective through their own practical experiences. They should apply the knowledge acquired from their studies. Furthermore, students will deepen their understanding in terms of development and implementation of environmental-friendly solutions in an everyday work-routine. Through this experience, they will develop important professional competence. Moreover, the internship will show them possible professional fields and establish valuable contacts for starting their careers in the future.

Content

The professional internship is a compulsory part of the Master’s degree programme and requires that each student complete 18 weeks outside of ETH Zurich. It can be completed in Switzerland or abroad. The students choose the position of the internship themselves. The position needs to fulfil the aims and requirements of the compulsory internship. Job positions for environmental scientists are available in the following areas: environmental consulting firms, engineering and planning offices, clean-tech companies, industrial and service companies, federal administration, administration of cantons and municipalities, organisations and associations as well as companies operating in education, higher education, and media in relation to environmental and sustainable themes. Generally, the internship is performed outside the realm of the university.

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