Internship - Low Carbon Fuels

Role Title: Intern - Low Carbon Fuels

Location: Spain Madrid - Hybrid

Job ID: 2025-2843

Our vision is to create a safe and sustainable world.

Ricardo plc is a global strategic environmental and engineering consulting company listed on the London Stock Exchange. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and 3000 employees in more than 20 countries we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross-sector sustainable Energy and Environmental Solutions (CEES) one of Ricardo plcs operating units offers leading sustainability consultancy services to customers around the world. We operate across the energy transport climate chemical risk sectors drawing on our decades of engineering environmental and economic expertise.

Are you passionate about sustainability climate action and driving change in transport Do you want to work on high-profile projects for European institutions national governments multinational corporations and NGOs If so wed love to hear from you!

We are offering internship opportunities to individuals with a background in science economics or sustainability and a focus on low carbon fuels for transport to join our vibrant Sustainable Transport team within our Policy Strategy and Economics (PSE) practice.

Why Choose Us

• Make an Impact: Contribute to meaningful projects focused on sustainable transport. Your work will contribute to the development of transport and fuels policies and strategies with significant environmental and societal benefits and influence industry and third sector decision-makers through state-of-the-art solutions and evidence.
• Diverse Collaborative Team: Be part of a fun multinational team where youll engage with global experts and experience different cultures during coffee breaks and team sessions.
• Grow Your Career: Benefit from hands-on mentorship learning opportunities and exposure to a variety of exciting projects that align with your interests sustainable transport climate change mitigation energy regulation and more.
• A Dynamic Global Work Environment: From your first day youll join a supportive team working closely with senior consultants on impactful international initiatives.

The Role

• Support project delivery through data analysis stakeholder engagement literature reviews and report writing.
• Work on multiple exciting projects managing your time and contributions effectively.
• Collaborate with senior colleagues to provide actionable solutions for climate-focused policy strategy and economics challenges.
• Gain valuable skills in research modelling economic analysis and client-facing communication.

What Were Looking For

• An ongoing MSc degree (ideally near completion) in Science Engineering or related fields. A background in chemical engineering / chemistry / process engineering (with a focus on low carbon fuels) would be particularly desirable.
• Knowledge of one or more of the following is required:
• Biomass or recycled-carbon feedstocks
• Production pathways for low-carbon fuels (biofuels e-fuels recycled carbon fuels)
• Knowledge of one or more of the following is desirable:
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the Renewable Transport Fuel Obligation SAF Mandate ReFuelEU CORSIA etc.
• Techno-economic analysis and market dynamics affecting the adoption of low-carbon transport fuels
• Knowledge of lifecycle assessments (LCA) and/or sustainability frameworks to evaluate the environmental impact of low carbon fuels.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize data to support evidence-based solutions.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. You can simplify technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word are key).
• A collaborative mindset youre a team player who thrives in diverse multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required; other languages are a plus.

Working here

Ricardo offers an exciting and rewarding experience where you can make a real impact. Youll collaborate with talented dedicated and supportive teams gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn grow and develop your skills through mentoring and a personalized approach to your learning. Were always eager to welcome individuals with drive ambition and a passion for innovative thinking.

Wellbeing and work life balance

We offer flexible approaches to work whether thats working from home being in the office or a blend of both. Were open to discussing flexible arrangements that suit your needs. Wellbeing is at the heart of our culture helping you to thrive and make the most of your internship experience. We value our people and were committed to supporting you through our wellbeing initiatives including mental health first aiders flexible working options and access to support through our Employee Assistance Programme.

Diversity Equality and Inclusion statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours. We have an ambitious diversity equality and inclusion approach as explained here. We value diversity; recognising that a more diverse workforce creates a richer and more varied working environment. Diversity also drives innovation by allowing us to offer our clients the best consultancy service that we can. As part of our commitment to engage positively and pro-actively with all our employees and ensure a culture of inclusivity we are a recognised as a disability confident employer.

Next steps

Your application and cover letter must be in English please.

Once you have submitted your application a member of our Recruitment Team will be in touch. Please be aware that the timing can vary dependent on the volume of applications that we receive for each role and in some cases we may start to review applications prior to the closing date.

Ricardo is a Disability confident employer please advise the recruitment team viaif you require any adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process.

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