Company: SAM Sustainable Asset Management AG

Job title: SAM Research Internship

Location: Zurich, Switzerland

Job description:

We offer graduates opportunities for internships in our Research Department that will last for a minimum of six months.

Gathering, reviewing and analyzing sustainability data; Supporting and coordinating operational tasks for the Dow Jones Sustainability Index; Sector responsibility for sustainability analyses; Communication with external and internal stakeholders including participating companies; Working closely with the SAM Research team

How is the internship structured?

As an intern, you will be part of a team of about 20 analysts. Based in Zurich, Switzerland, you will analyze different sectors of industry.

Your main tasks will include:

• Gathering, reviewing and analyzing sustainability data
• Supporting and coordinating operational tasks related to the DJSI
• Sector responsibility for sustainability analysis during the DJSI process
• Communicating with external and internal stakeholders, such as participating companies
• Working closely with the Research Team

What qualifications should you have?

• A completed university degree
• A strong interest in sustainability and its impact on companies and markets
• Analytical strengths
• Excellent English language communication skills
• Proficiency in using Excel
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently as well as in a team

How do I apply for an internship?
Interested in doing an internship at SAM? Then send your application to our Human Resources Department by the end of October 2011. It should include the following documents:

• Motivational letter: Give us an idea of your motivations, including why you are interested in the topic of sustainability investing and in doing an internship at SAM. Please also indicate your availability in terms of start date and length of internship.
• Resume: Including complete information on your educational and professional background (training, internships, professional experience, time spent abroad, language and IT skills) and an overview of your personal interests and activities.
• Work/internship references, diplomas (if any)
• Do you have a work permit for Switzerland? If not, please indicate whether you are an EU citizen.

The internships normally start between January and March and last for 6-9 months. Please note that the minimum length of the internship is six months.

Application deadline: Novembre 4, 2011

Start date: The internships normally start between January and March.

For more information: http://www.sam-group.com/int/careers/internships.jsp

Contact: please send your cover letter and CV to: recruiting@sam-group.com with the following Subject line: Ref : SAM Research Internship – [Name].

Company description:

SAM is an investment boutique focused exclusively on Sustainability Investing. The firm’s offering comprises asset management, indexes and private equity. Its asset management capabilities include a range of single-theme, multi-theme and core sustainability investment strategies catering to institutional asset owners and financial intermediaries in Europe, the United States, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Through its index activities, SAM has partnered with Dow Jones Indexes and STOXX Limited for the publication and licensing of the globally recognized Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes (DJSI) as well as customized sustainability benchmarks. Furthermore, SAM is the center of expertise for clean tech private equity within Robeco.

Based on its Corporate Sustainability Assessment, SAM has compiled one of the world's largest sustainability databases and analyzes over 2,000 listed companies annually. SAM’s proprietary research and sustainability data are fully integrated into its offering.

SAM belongs to Robeco, which was established in 1929 and offers a broad range of investment products and services worldwide. Robeco is a subsidiary of the AAA-rated Rabobank Group.

SAM was founded in 1995, is headquartered in Zurich and employs over 100 professionals. As of June 30, 2010, SAM’s total assets amount to EUR 11.2 billion.