Sustainability Intern - Group Sustainability Job Vacancy in UAE Dubai
Our purpose is to make trade flow and change what’s possible for everyone. We aim to achieve this with fast, sustainable movement of products through a single platform for trade. This is our north star. It guides every decision we make and allows us to make a meaningful difference to the world. Whatever we do, wherever we do it, it all leads here. |
Job Overview
DP World is offering a three-month internship opportunity for a passionate and detail-oriented Sustainability Intern to support our global sustainability initiatives in Dubai. This role is ideal for a university student or recent graduate who is eager to gain hands-on experience in corporate social responsibility, education, and environmental impact within a leading global logistics organization.
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Renewables & Environment
Function: Volunteer
Salary: 3000-4000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: UAE preferred
Job Type: Internship (3 months)
Job Overview
The Sustainability Intern will work within the Group Sustainability Department, collaborating across teams to support community engagement programmes, education platforms, volunteering logistics, and internal awareness campaigns. This role provides valuable exposure to sustainability strategy implementation, impact measurement, and interdepartmental coordination.
Key Responsibilities
* Assist with coordinating school sessions and volunteer engagement for the Global Education Platform
* Support logistics, communication, and data tracking for the Global Volunteering Programme
* Draft internal updates, social media posts, and sustainability campaign content
* Help prepare presentations, awareness materials, and internal communication assets
* Review project submissions and maintain accurate data for community investment reporting
* Support various initiatives including SDG Week, Champions Network, and sustainability campaigns
* Organize and document meetings, follow-ups, and cross-departmental tasks
* Contribute proactively to team tasks as needed, adapting to evolving priorities
Job Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree or current student in Sustainability, Social Sciences, Business, or Communications
* Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
* Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment
* Positive, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn
* Understanding of SDGs or prior exposure to sustainability topics is an advantage
What We Offer
* Practical experience working in a leading global sustainability function
* Opportunity to contribute to high-impact community and education projects
* Mentorship from experienced professionals in sustainability and communications
* Certificate of internship completion and professional reference upon successful participation
* Networking opportunities with global teams and departments
About the Company
DP World is a global leader in logistics and supply chain innovation, employing over 115,000 professionals across 78 countries. With a mission to enable smarter trade, DP World integrates technology, sustainability, and people-driven impact to create meaningful change across economies and communities. Our sustainability vision focuses on education, inclusion, and environment, transforming the way the world trades for a better future.