Master Thesis – Net-Zero Strategy & Carbon Management

Toyota Material Handling Europe; Linköpings kommun; On-site; SEK 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Flexible location

Competitive compensation

International exposure

Job summary

Toyota Material Handling Europe invites Master Thesis students to join a real sustainability challenge focused on net-zero targets and data management across the value chain. You will be mentored by experienced TMHE professionals and work across areas like net-zero strategy, Scope 2 decarbonisation and Scope 3 data management.

You will analyze data, develop evidence-based recommendations, and present actionable steps that support TMHE's climate programme.

Qualifications

• Master's student in sustainable and environmental disciplines with an interest in corporate decarbonisation.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly in English.
• Structured, analytical approach to complex problems.
• Interest in sustainability and data-driven decision making.
• Knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting (GHG Protocol) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze net-zero strategy options and Scope 2/3 data management challenges.
• Develop evidence-based recommendations for TMHE’s decarbonisation programme.
• Collaborate with mentors and TMHE teams to shape the final scope.
• Prepare a final report and present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Sustainability analysis

GHG accounting

Data analysis

Excel / data tools

English communication

Education

Master's student in Sustainability Engineering

Master's student in Environmental Engineering

Master's student in Industrial Ecology

Master's student in Industrial Engineering and Management

Master's student in Energy Systems

Job description

At Toyota Material Handling Europe (TMHE), we create the technology that keeps the world moving. Diverse businesses across Europe depend on our logistics and material handling solutions. By pioneering technology such as automation, connectivity and productivity solutions, we create opportunities for our customers’ logistics operations to be as efficient as possible.

Background and purpose

How can an international industrial company turn ambitious climate targets into measurable progress?

TMHE has set science-based targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across our value chain by fiscal year 2041, using fiscal year 2023 as our baseline.

Achieving these targets requires more than setting ambitions. We need reliable emissions data, effective decarbonisation measures and management approaches that support informed decisions across our operations and value chain.

The purpose of this thesis is to investigate a specific challenge within our net-zero programme and develop recommendations that support its continued development.

Thesis Description

You will work with one of three potential focus areas, with the final scope agreed together with your mentor:

• Net-zero strategy and SBTi: Investigate how evolving science-based target standards could influence our approach to implementing and managing our net-zero commitments.
• Scope 2 decarbonisation: Explore approaches to reducing emissions associated with purchased energy and identify opportunities for improving our Scope 2 strategy.
• Scope 3 data management: Investigate how we can improve the quality, availability and management of emissions data across our value chain.

Combining academic research, relevant external examples and insights from our organisation, you will assess the selected challenge and develop evidence-based recommendations. Your findings should provide practical next steps that can support future decisions within TMHE's net-zero programme.

Your profile

We are looking for one or two Master's students studying:

• Sustainability Engineering and Management
• Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science
• Industrial Ecology
• Industrial Engineering and Management
• Energy Systems or a related field

You have a strong interest in corporate sustainability, decarbonisation and how environmental analysis can support business decisions. You enjoy working analytically, can approach complex problems in a structured way and communicate your findings clearly in English.

Beneficial Skills (not Mandatory)

• Knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting, including the GHG Protocol or Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
• Familiarity with climate targets, sustainability frameworks or environmental management.
• Experience with data analysis, environmental assessment or business case development.

Our offer

At Toyota Material Handling Europe, you will contribute to a real sustainability challenge and gain insight into how an international industrial organisation works towards its climate targets. As a Master Thesis student, you will receive mentorship from experienced professionals who will guide you through your research journey.

We believe in a flexible work environment that allows you to balance both your professional and personal life. At TMHE, you will have the opportunity to build valuable skills, contribute to impactful projects and be part of a collaborative, diverse and welcoming workplace. You will also receive competitive compensation in two instalments: one when you start your work and the other upon successful completion of your thesis.

Time for you to make a MOVE!

Your application

Please submit your application, including:

• A brief personal letter
• Your CV
• A recent transcript of records

For questions about the thesis, please contact your future mentor Filip Sehlin at [e-mail]. Applications are reviewed continuously, and suitable candidates may be invited to interviews before the deadline.

Terms

• Application: As soon as possible, or at the latest by the 30th of October 2026.
• Start date: During January 2027.
• Scope: 30 hp.
• Number of students: One or two.
• Flexible location: Linköping and Mjölby.

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