Trainee - Sustainability

Duration: 12 months

Start date: January/February 2026 (upon agreement)

We are looking for a motivated candidate to join our Zinc Copper Sustainability Team (marketing). We offer the chance to join one of the world’s largest producers and marketers of commodities, and to become part of a global multicultural team, protecting and enhancing the organization’s values and promoting positive change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support collecting data and monitor supply chain due diligence related information
• Assist with customer requests relating to ESG, emissions, product carbon footprint and responsible sourcing, Human Rights etc.
• Assist with supplier screening of material origins, transport routes etc.
• Support ad‑hoc sustainability projects and initiatives as needed

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has or is currently pursuing a degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, or a related field, or has otherwise a keen interest in sustainability, responsible sourcing, and the mining/metals industry and a global mindset
• Proficient analytical and research capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, including the ability to use Pivot Tables for data analysis)
• Has a current Swiss B/C permit or Swiss/ EU passport holder

Our ideal candidate is:

• Great with data and excel
• Self-driven with a results-oriented mindset
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks while staying focused on well-defined goals
• Willing to take on a diversity of tasks and responsibilities
• Highly detail-focused and process-oriented
• Able to display good time management and organisational skills

What we offer:

• Practical knowledge in corporate sustainability related to the metals industry
• Exposure to ESG frameworks and industry standards
• Mentorship and learning opportunities from sustainability professionals
• A multicultural and international work environment

Benefits

• We are committed to providing benefits, which promote mental, physical, and financial well‑being. From healthy meal options in our restaurants and bistros to free use of the in‑house gym including sport classes with professional trainers.
• We reimburse public transport for commuting to work; alternatively, we offer free parking space.
• We provide tuition assistance for further education and training courses.
• We have a competitive parental leave policy. Our childcare benefits also include emergency childcare services and financial assistance towards daycare costs.
• Employees’ Swiss Pension 2nd pillar is fully paid by Glencore.

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