Impact & Policy Intern — Sustainability & Public Affairs

Back Market; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Remote 2 days/week + 1 remote week/3

Job summary

Back Market invites motivated Master’s students to join the Impact team for a dual-mission internship. You will contribute to both Sustainability and Public Affairs by supporting B Corp recertification, building responsible business practices with suppliers, and shaping regulatory frameworks for the circular economy.

Split 50/50 between Sustainability and Public Affairs, you will analyze legislation across France, the UK, and the EU, monitor policy processes, and map stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master’s degree in a related field (Sustainability, Public Policy, Public Affairs, Environmental Studies, Law, Political Science).
• Fluency in English and French (written and spoken).
• Strong analytical and research capabilities with good organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets for data management and tracking.
• Nice to have: knowledge of B Corp certification and EU legislative processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with B Corp recertification and sustainability documentation.
• Develop responsible business conduct practices and roll-out plans.
• Support ESG reporting and stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct legal analysis of EU, national, and parliamentary policy developments.
• Participate in external meetings with policymakers and associations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

English/French fluency

Excel/Google Sheets

Education

Master's in Sustainability

Master's in Public Policy

Master's in Public Affairs

Master's in Environmental Studies

Master's in Law

Master's in Political Science

Tools

Excel/Google Sheets

Job description

Back Market invites motivated Master’s students to join the Impact team for a dual-mission internship. You will contribute to both Sustainability and Public Affairs by supporting B Corp recertification, building responsible business practices with suppliers, and shaping regulatory frameworks for the circular economy.

Split 50/50 between Sustainability and Public Affairs, you will analyze legislation across France, the UK, and the EU, monitor policy processes, and map stakeholders.