Sustainable Aviation Intern

PLEASE NOTE: We're only considering candidates who are already based in the Netherlands. Unfortunately, we can't offer visa sponsorship or help with relocation. Thank you for understanding.

⏰ Hours: 40 hours/week, open to part-time for 24 hours/week

⚓ Location: Amsterdam (hybrid work)

⭐ Internship allowance: 400 EUR/per month

✈️ Internship duration: 6 months

⌛ Starting date: As soon as possible

✈️ About Smart Freight Centre:

Smart Freight Centre (SFC) is a global non-profit organization dedicated to reducing greenhouse gas emissions from freight transportation. Through collaboration with industry leaders, governments, NGOs, and technology providers, SFC develops practical solutions that accelerate freight decarbonization across road, rail, ocean, and aviation sectors. The aviation program (Clean Air Transport) supports industry stakeholders in measuring, reporting and reducing emissions associated with air freight while contributing to broader sustainable aviation initiatives (such as SBTi Aviation Sector Guidance). Our aviation community consists of over a hundred committed organizations to reduce emissions from air freight.

✏️ About the position:

Position Summary

We seek a motivated Sustainable Aviation Intern to support our growing Aviation Program. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sustainable aviation, freight decarbonization, emissions accounting, data analysis, and industry research. The successful candidate will work closely with experts and program team to support ongoing projects, stakeholder engagement activities, and the development of technical resources for the aviation sector. This role is ideal for a final-year (Master) student interested in aviation, sustainability, climate policy, transport, (carbon) accounting, logistics or environmental sciences.

⭐ Here’s an idea of what tasks you might be working on:

Research, Technical & Analytical Support

• Conduct research and carry out analysis on sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), aviation emissions, carbon accounting methodologies, and emerging industry trends
• Support analysis relating to our projects and emerging initiatives
• Prepare presentations, dashboards, data visualization and summary reports for external stakeholders and internal audiences

Program & Project Support

• Assist with project coordination and administrative activities that support our community
• Support meeting preparation, note-taking, and action tracking.
• Implement digital tools and optimize workflows with our available tools (Salesforce, Claude, Qualtrics, Monday.com, MS Office)

Stakeholder Engagement

• Support engagement with our members, project and strategic partners
• Assist with webinar, (in-person) workshops, communication, educational content, and event preparation.

Ideal candidate

Required (minimum)

• Currently enrolled in or completed a Master’s degree in
• Aviation Management
• Aerospace Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Sustainability
• Transport & Logistics
• Data Analytics
• Economics
• Related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in a number of our digital tools

It would be great if you also have ...

• An interest in aviation sustainability and climate change.
• Experience with research projects or data analysis.
• Familiarity with aviation, logistics, transport, or environmental policy.
• Experience using Power BI, Tableau, Python, or similar analytical tools.
• Understanding of GHGP, SBTi, EU ETS and other global

Competencies

• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Strong analytical thinking
• Ability to work independently
• Team player with a collaborative mindset
• Comfortable working in an international and multicultural environment
• Passion for sustainability and climate action

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to impact within the aviation sector
• Exposure to global aviation initiatives and industry leaders
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Hands-on experience in exciting projects
• Hybrid & flexible work, and a fantastic office location in the heart of Amsterdam
• Opportunity to build your professional network

Why us?

❤️ Join a fun, friendly, and forward-thinking team. Here’s what you’ll get as an intern with us:

At Smart Freight Centre, we believe in collaboration, creativity, and sustainability. We value everyone’s ideas and create a welcoming space where you can grow and make an impact.

Extra time off: Enjoy 6 days of holiday during your internship.

Travel made easy: If you’re in the Netherlands, we’ll provide you with an NS Business card for work travel.

Great location: Work from our awesome office in the heart of Amsterdam (hybrid work).

Good times guaranteed: Whether it's a creative workshop, a fun challenge, or some drinks and bites, join our team-building activities and have fun with your colleagues.