Internship and Optional Master Thesis Opportunity (m / w / d) Quantifying the Environmental Impact of Diagnostics Production

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Join Roche, where every voice matters. The Position Description : We are seeking a motivated student to support our sustainable production roadmap in Diagnostics through an internship, with the option to extend into a Master Thesis.

The primary focus will be on CO2 carbon accounting, transitioning from a spend-based accounting method to a volume-based accounting method.

This transition will enhance decision-making for CO2 reduction projects.

The role is part of a matrix organization encompassing Global and Local Operations, Global Engineering, and Procurement. Responsibilities :

• Extract baseline CO2 footprint data for Diagnostics Production using Roche’s global spend-based scope 3 data
• Conduct research and develop a volume-based CO2 accounting model, utilizing the Ecoinvent database or similar resources
• Integrate existing volume-based LCA data into a comprehensive volume-based database
• Evaluate CO2 versus Ecobalance as an output KPI
• Apply Roche LCA templates for End-to-End (E2E) Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) for production processes, including purchased raw materials and production assets
• Collaborate with other students working on related aspects of the same program, as well as with Roche colleagues involved in related projects such as the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTI)
• Analyze data to identify the most significant levers for reducing the carbon footprint and improving environmental sustainability in current and future projects
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations
• Develop best practices for future data assessment and reporting Requirements :
• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Data Science, or a related field
• Knowledge of carbon accounting and Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs)
• Understanding of healthcare manufacturing processes is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) Advantages :
• Flexible time management
• 2092 € salary per month for a full-time internship >

3 months

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