Automation Intern – GIS & Sustainability

Intern / Student, Full-time · Köln

Your tasks

Global Risk Assessment Services (GRAS) is an innovative service and information provider offering environmental and social knowledge for fully traceable and sustainable supply chains. Our activities and impact are expanding and our teams are growing exponentially since the last 2 years. This is why the GRAS team, specifically the GIS & Sustianability team of experts are looking forward to welcome you as Automation Intern at GRAS headquarters in Cologne.

The Automation Intern – GIS & Sustainability has the objective to support the implementation of deforestation-free supply chains by developing streamlined workflows for data processing and analysis.
If you are passionate about how data and technical advancements drive meaningful change in sustainability and would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to your application!

Your main duties will be:

You will support the web-application and dashboard development (UI/UX), maintenance and documentation
You will assist in building streamlined workflows for geospatial data processing , analysis, and effective geodatabase management
You will support the GeoAI research and implementation

Your profile

Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in (geo-)informatics, computer science, data science, and/ or a study with a thematic focus on topics such as sustainability, environmental and climate protection with full-time availability for 3-6 months
Good knowledge in programming languages: python and R. Java script for GEE is an advantage
Experience in geospatial analysis and geodata processing (experience in packages sf, terra, raster and more), experience in remote sensing data handling is an advantage
Knowledge in Docker or other containerization tools
Knowledge in ETL processes and geospatial database management is a plus
Knowledge or strong interest in UI/UX design tools and CI/CD pipeline
Pro-active working style and attention to detail
Very good knowledge of spoken and written English is essential
Ability to work in an international team as well as independently
Good knowledge of standard software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Why us?

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.

To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

Development Opportunity

Close collaboration with our sister companies MEO Carbon Solutions, ISCC System, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
The opportunity to work independently and bring in own ideas

Great Team Environment

Many great team events
Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment (54 nationalities) with professionals from different backgrounds

Benefits

Hybrid set-up: combination of 3-day home office and 2-day on-site work in the week
10 days of paid holiday (based on the full-time 6-month internship)
An attractive and modern office in the centre of Cologne with free fruits and snacks and many lunch and shopping options close by
Active Break scheme with weekly sessions such as Yoga, strengthening or breathing techniques

Ready to join our team?

Then we would be happy to hear from you soon! Please apply using the button below with a meaningful cover letter, CV and any relevant certificates.

We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you to our team soon!

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender, or any other criteria that are not professional qualifications for an open position.

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About us

Global Risk Assessment Services (GRAS) is an innovative service and information provider offering environmental and social knowledge for fully traceable and sustainable supply chains. GRAS helps agricultural producers, processors, traders, auditors, brand owners, NGOs, and investors to assess and monitor their sustainability risks. GRAS offers mapping and tracking tools, mobile apps, dashboards and databases for the verification of compliance with sustainability requirements and improvement measures.

Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at GRAS come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.

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Your application

Thank you very much for your interest in working with us.

Please fill in the following short form. Should you have any questions or difficulties in uploading your files, please contact us by e-mail at hiring@gras-system.org.