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Midland Heart

Sustainability Officer - Internship (12 Months)

On site

Birmingham, United kingdom

Internship

13-01-2026

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Research Data collection

Job Specifications

Turn your passion for the environment into action – help us build a greener workplace and communities.

We're a housing association, here to provide safe, affordable homes and to build stronger communities across the Midlands. And we're offering students the chance to join intern in our Sustainability team — where you'll play a part in projects that reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency and make our homes and communities more sustainable.

12-Month Internship: Starting 7th September 2026

Your Role:

You'll apply your academic knowledge to real-world challenges and help us achieve our environmental and social goals. Working alongside colleagues across our organisation, you'll gain hands-on insight into sustainability in the housing sector — from retrofit and decarbonisation projects to tenant awareness.

Your day to day will include:

Supporting data collection and reporting on energy use, carbon emissions and sustainability performance.
Contributing to research and development of initiatives around energy efficiency, renewable energy and waste reduction.
Gaining exposure to projects focused on retrofit and improving the sustainability and energy efficiency of our homes.
Helping create materials for communications campaigns that encourage sustainable behaviours among colleagues and tenants.
Taking part in project work, mentoring and development activities as part of your internship.

What we're looking for:

Currently studying (or recently completed) a degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Geography, Engineering, or a related discipline.
A strong interest in climate change, sustainability, and social impact.
Good analytical and research skills, with confidence using data.
Ability to communicate findings clearly and engage others.
Enthusiasm, openness to feedback, and a genuine desire to learn.

How to apply:

Applications close on Sunday 15th February 2026.

Apply online – Complete a short online application form.
Recoded Video Interview – Bring your application to life by answering a few recorded questions.
Assessment Centre – Shortlisted candidate will be invited to take part in our group assessment event, taking place between 25th – 27th March 2026.
Final Interview – Interview with the hiring manager to showcase your career ambitions.
Start your journey- Start with Midland Heart in September 2026.

Please note that should we reach a desired number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert ahead of the stated closing date.

About the Company

With over 35,000 properties, we’re a well-established, leading housing organisation in the Midlands. We're one team working together for our tenants, making sure they have a safe, quality, affordable place to call home. Know more