Summary
Join the Impact Squad as an intern to help shape and embed our sustainability and impact culture. You'll gain hands-on experience in sustainability, corporate foundations, and impact communication.
Why You're a Good Fit
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree
- Proficiency in English
- Eligible to work in Belgium
About the Role
"Impact InternshipKortrijk, Belgium
Our mission 🚀In 2016, our founders wanted to feed their dogs - named Edgard and Cooper - pet food they could feel good about. The kind of food that was as good for the planet as it was for their pets. But when they couldn't find this, they decided to make their own. Now, 10 years later, our pack has over 200 employees and we are beyond proud to be part of the B Corp movement.Want to find out more about us? Click HEREWhat type of breed are we looking for? 🐕We’re on the lookout for a curious, purpose-driven intern to join our Impact Squad. You’ll help us shape how impact is further embedded into our culture, and you’ll get hands-on experience in the world of sustainability, corporate foundations, and impact communication.You’ll work closely with Clara and gain exposure to everything in the impact universe. Although you’ll support different areas, you’ll have ownership of one project.This internship is perfect for someone who loves dogs and cats (impurrrtant), cares about doing good, and wants an inside look into how a fast-growing ethical business actually works.What will be in your bowl? 🥗Assess how our Foundation can communicate about its impactResearching what great foundation communication looks likeBuilding the blueprint for our Foundation’s online communicationGet your paws on food donations and food bankingSupport in identifying donation partners and arranging logisticsHelp us minimise food waste and spot efficiency improvementsSupport with the rollout of our annual pack-wide Volunteering DaysAssist with communications, coordination and alignment for one of our most meaningful annual initiatives.Help bring our new impact strategy to lifeSupport the rollout of Pawprint Plan 2.0 across the companyTurn goals into clear actions with owners, timing and tools, and capture their progressActivate the pack around impactSupport in shaping our 2025 Impact ReportHelp define the structure of the report (what we say and how we say it)Bring our progress to life with simple data visualisation and strong storytellingWhat skills and tricks should you bring? 🤹Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program and eligible to work in BelgiumProficiency in English is a mustYou’re interested in ethical businesses, sustainability and the non-profit world. A first experience with sustainability is a plus!You’re collaborative, structured, proactive and creativeMust be available min. 3 days a week, on-siteNo need to have 4 legs & a tail, you don’t have to be perfect (we certainly aren’t)This is an unpaid internship that will provide valuable experience in the field of impact.Our benefits 🎁Gain experience in a fast-growing company that does good for pets and the planetJoin our amazing pack of students and internsOffice pups are instant mood boosters, duh! And yes, you can bring your dog to work.Real ownership and real responsibilities. We’ll never ask you to go on a coffee runFun team moments like afterworks and cake meetingsFree gym access & fitness classes to get ripped (if you want)PracticalPeriod: first semesterDays: 3 to 5 days per week, depending on your scheduleLocation: Kortrijk HQHiring Process 🕵️ ♀️Screening call with Clara, Junior Impact & Foundation AdvisorInterview with Clara & Nicholas, Impact ManagerEqual opportunities 🌈We believe the strength of a Pack comes from its diversity. We strive to create an environment where every person feels valued and empowered. So no matter who you are, where you come from, what you believe in or what your dreams are, we welcome you and look forward to receiving your application. If your circumstances require any special arrangements at any stage of our interview process, please let us know.Accessibility: Our HQ office and satellite sites are wheelchair accessible."
Requirements
- Passion for building great products
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Relevant experience in the field
About Edgard & Cooper | B Corp
Do you believe in doing the right thing? We started Edgard & Cooper because we’d had enough of feeding our dogs and cats over-processed pet food that they didn’t really like. We decided we could do better and started making our own. Today, we’re proud to offer a complete range of delicious, well-balanced recipes for dogs and cats, made using natural, nutritious ingredients. Good food makes your body, mind and spirit feel amazing. Nothing beats fresh meat and simple ingredients, cooked and...