Intern, Sustainable Assets Intern (Low Carbon Solutions)

Sembcorp; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Sembcorp's Integrated Urban Solutions team in Singapore is seeking an intern to help research and develop low-carbon concepts for sustainable urban developments across Southeast Asia. You will work with cross-functional teams to explore energy solutions, branding, and certification initiatives, translating sustainability strategies into actionable plans.

Ideal candidates have a background in engineering or environmental sciences, strong analytical skills, and a passion for climate action.

Qualifications

• Background in Engineering, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Sustainability, Business, or related field.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking with business acumen.
• Familiarity with sustainability frameworks (EIP/LEED/EDGE) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop innovative low-carbon concepts for urban development projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define metrics and storytelling for sustainability initiatives.
• Support Eco-Industrial Park (EIP) certification efforts and data collection for reporting.

Skills

Engineering

Sustainability

Urban planning

Business acumen

Education

Engineering degree

Environmental Science degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Data visualization

Job description

About Sembcorp

Sembcorp is a leading energyandurban solutions provider headquartered in Singapore. Led by its purpose to driveenergy transition, Sembcorp delivers sustainable energy solutionsand urban developments by leveraging its sector expertise and global trackrecord.

Join Integrated Urban Solutions

Playa role in building smart and sustainable cities! With over 30 years of experience, we transform raw land into thriving developments acrossVietnam, Indonesia, and China. As a key growth engine, our Integrated Urban Solutions segment strives to be Asia’sfastest-growing industrial solutions provider. By delivering efficient energy solutions and pioneering innovative water resource management, we enable the growth of vibrant,future-ready communities.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

This role involves researching, identifying, and developing innovative solutions to reduce the carbon footprint of urban development projects. The candidate will collaborate with the team to generate ideas for low-carbon features, services, and business models, while supporting the positioning and branding of Low Carbon Industrial Parks (IP). In addition, the intern will support the implementation of Eco-Industrial Park (EIP) certification frameworks, helping to translate sustainability strategies into practical, measurable actions across projects in Southeast Asia, with a focus on Vietnam and Indonesia.

Exploring Green & Low-Carbon Solutions

• Conduct research on sustainability trends, low-carbon technologies, and market benchmarks for industrial parks.

Low-Carbon IP Branding & Positioning

• Support the development of a coherent Low-Carbon IP value proposition for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to branding materials, including decks, factsheets, and concept notes for business development and partnerships.
• Benchmark leading global low-carbon or sustainable industrial parks and derive key differentiators.
• Assist in defining key metrics and narratives (e.g., emissions reduction, resource efficiency, circularity) for marketing and reporting.

Eco-Industrial Park (EIP) Certification Support

• Support adoption and execution of EIP certification frameworks (e.g., IFC EIP framework).
• Assist in mapping existing assets and development plans against EIP criteria and indicators.
• Coordinate data collection for key metrics (energy, carbon, water, waste, social indicators).
• Support gap analysis and action planning to meet certification requirements.
• Assist in preparing documentation and presentation materials for certification or pilot submissions.

Develop Innovative Low-Carbon Concepts

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (business development, design, asset management) to develop low-carbon features and services.
• Explore business models such as renewable energy solutions, utilities optimisation, and circular economy initiatives.

Pilot & Validate Concepts

• Support feasibility studies and pilot initiatives for selected low-carbon solutions.
• Assist in quantifying environmental and commercial impact (e.g., emissions reduction, cost savings, ROI).
• Gather feedback and refine proposals for scaled deployment.

Craft Compelling Pitches

• Assist the Head, Sustainable Assets in preparing presentations, reports, and business cases.
• Translate technical sustainability concepts into clear, compelling narratives for senior management, partners, and clients.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Background in Engineering, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Sustainability, Business, or related field
• Strong understanding of sustainability concepts, low-carbon developments, and industrial park infrastructure
• Familiarity or interest in frameworks such as Eco-Industrial Park (EIP), LEED, EDGE, or similar standards is advantageous
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with business acumen
• Ability to synthesize technical data into clear insights and visuals
• Strong presentation and storytelling skills (PowerPoint proficiency preferred)
• Passionate about sustainability and climate action

Our Culture at Sembcorp

At Sembcorp, our culture is shapedby a strong set of shared behaviours that guide the way we work and uphold ourcommitment to driving the energy transition.

We foster an institution-firstmindset, where the success of Sembcorp takes precedence over individualinterests. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work seamlesslyacross markets, businesses, and functions to achieve our goals together. Accountabilityis a core principle, ensuring that we take ownership of our commitments anddeliver on them with integrity and excellence. These values define who we areand create a workplace where our people can thrive while making a meaningfulimpact on driving energy transition.

Joinus in making a real impact!

Working Location: 30 Hill Street Singapore 179360