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Environmental Science Trainee

Match based on: circular economy, energy transition, climate change, sustainability
Environmental Science Trainee working on ecological, soil, and sustainability issues within the public sector. Requires a higher professional or university degree in environmental science or a similar field and excellent command of Dutch. The traineeship includes practical placements at public agencies and a two-year training program.
Xstate
Leeuwarden
Part-time
39.100
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Description

Climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution require concrete solutions. As an Environmental Sciences trainee, you'll work on environmental issues within the public sector, connecting ecology, policy, and practice.

Job requirements

  • Completed higher professional or university education in environmental science, biology, ecology, applied earth sciences, environmental science, soil/water/air, nature management or a similar field.
  • Analytical and practical: ability to conduct research and translate it into advice.
  • Communication skills: able to explain complex environmental topics to non-specialists.
  • Excellent command of the Dutch language, both written and spoken, is required for participation in the traineeship.

Tasks

  • Ecological research: inventories of flora and fauna, effects of developments on nature, and Natura 2000 assessments.
  • Soil and water: conducting or assessing soil research, assessing groundwater quality, and implementing remediation plans.
  • Sustainability projects: contributing to energy transition, circular economy and climate adaptation.
  • Advisory services: assessing environmental permits, providing sustainability advice, and advising on nature-inclusive construction.
  • Supporting enforcement: checks on compliance with environmental legislation.
  • Communication: informing residents and businesses about environmental issues.

Working conditions

  • Start immediately with a permanent contract.
  • 25 days of vacation and 8,33% holiday allowance.
  • Full travel expenses reimbursement.
  • pension scheme.
  • Training through Pont Academy worth €9.000; part of a two-year training program in environmental regulation, ecology, and consulting.

Description of the organisation

As a trainee, you'll work on environmental dossiers at municipalities, provinces, environmental agencies, or water boards from day one. You'll contribute to sustainability, nature conservation, and environmental policy, collaborating with ecologists, soil scientists, policy officers, and lawyers.

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Skills suitable for this job type

educational science
management and governance
marketing and advertising
professional skills
Law
biology
biochemistry
environmental sciences
habitats and wildlife
chemistry
earth sciences
physics
math
computer use
design and management of databases and networks
information and communication technologies (ICT), not elsewhere classified
engineering degree, not further defined
environmental protection technology
electricity and energy
electronics and automation
mining and extraction
construction and road and hydraulic engineering
interdisciplinary programs and qualifications related to engineering, industry and construction
engineering, industry and construction, not elsewhere classified
fishing
public cleaning services and sanitary facilities
health and safety at work
army and defense
protection of persons and property
using foreign languages
advising on environmental issues
maintaining operational data
monitor the quality of goods
negotiating and managing contracts and agreements
advise and consult
supervise, direct and coordinate projects
preparing documentation for contracts, applications and permits
analyzing and evaluating information and data
reporting incidents and defects
give feedback
measuring dimensions and associated properties
collecting information from physical and electronic sources
interpreting technical documentation and diagrams
managing information
teaching academic subjects or vocational training
developing financial, business and marketing plans
assessing land and real estate
use software for word processing, publishing and presentation
access and analysis of digital data
check, inspect and test
compliance with health and safety procedures
training in operational procedures
installing wooden and metal parts
technical or academic writing
operating scientific equipment and laboratory equipment
developing educational programs
performing risk analysis and management
conduct scientific or market research
compliance with environmental protection laws and standards
developing professional relationships and networks
processing and disposal of hazardous substances
develop policy and legislation
presenting research and technical information
conducting studies and research
collaborate with others
documenting technical designs, procedures, problems and activities
using digital tools for collaboration and productivity
entering and converting information
communicating with colleagues and customers
implementing new procedures and processes
programming computer systems
communication, collaboration and creativity
developing solutions
collaborate and maintain contacts
use computer-aided design and drawing tools
analyzing scientific and medical data
preparing mixtures and solutions
conduct forensic and police investigations
teaching and training
mapping possibilities
presenting general information
testing and analyzing substances
operating systems and equipment for the processing of petroleum, chemicals and water
checking environmental conditions
listening and asking questions
developing health programs
monitoring developments within the field
coaching and guidance
ensuring and maintaining physical security
analyzing business activities
advise on legal matters, legislation and regulations and procedural matters
collecting and preparing samples and materials for testing
performing calculations
protect and maintain
Ecology
Oral expression skills
Environment
Inspection plans
Climate adaptation
Licensing Supervision & Enforcement (VTH)
To advise
Translation work
Environmental issues
To investigate
Make an inventory
Environmental legislation
Restructuring plans
Circular economy
English
Earth Sciences
Assessments
Biology
Energy transition
Environmental science
Flora & fauna
Sustainability projects
To enforce
Environmental permits
Review
To explain
Dutch
Soil research
Sustainability
Legal profession
Nature legislation

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