Partnerships & Engagement Intern

Start date:
January 2026

Duration:
6 months

Location:
Lausanne (Switzerland)

About the Solar Impulse Foundation

Through its
Solar Impulse Efficient Solution Label
, the Foundation has identified and assessed more than
1,600 clean innovations
: technologies, products, and services that can make a real difference today. These come from startups and corporations across sectors such as e
nergy, mobility, water, construction, waste, agriculture, and the circular economy.

Our mission extends beyond identifying clean and profitable solutions. We work to scale their adoption by activating a broad ecosystem of change-makers, from public institutions and corporates to investors and cities.

We do this by:

1. Advocating for Efficiency
   : Championing and promoting energy efficiency with governments and institutions so it becomes a core pillar of public policy.
2. Mobilizing Finance
   : Attracting and directing public and private capital toward clean, low-carbon innovations.
3. Accelerating Market Access
   : Connecting innovators with economic and public stakeholders through targeted matchmaking activities to facilitate the large-scale deployment of sustainable solutions.
4. Raising Awareness
   : Informing the public, media, and decision-makers about the importance of energy efficiency, flagship projects, and the sustainable solutions already available.

The Role

The
Solar Impulse Foundation
is a public-interest, non-profit organization. The support enabling the deployment of clean and efficient solutions is provided thanks to partners who act as patrons of the Foundation. The Foundation's initiatives are strengthened through collaboration with its partners, making these relationships key to delivering on its mission. The
Partner Relations team
maintains and develops these strategic relationships, ensuring that each partner's engagement contributes meaningfully to the Foundation's mission. The team also creates new collaborations and activates initiatives that amplify the impact of clean technologies within our ecosystem.

As a
Partnerships & Engagement Intern
, you will support this mission by assisting in both the
development of new partnerships
and the
activation of existing ones
. You will help coordinate projects, events, and matchmaking activities that connect innovators with public and private stakeholders committed to accelerating the ecological transition.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the crossroads of
innovation, sustainability, and strategic partnerships
, gaining first-hand experience in
relationship management, ecosystem engagement, and project coordination
within an internationally recognized non-profit organization.

Main Responsibilities

1. Partnership activation and relationship support

• Contribute to the delivery of activities and projects agreed with the Foundation's partners, ensuring commitments are met and documented.
• Assist in preparing meetings, follow-ups, and communication or visibility opportunities that highlight partner engagement.
• Contribute to concrete partners strategic initiatives such as the
  Île-de-France experimentation program
  , the
  Global Impulse Program,
  helping coordinate logistics, stakeholders, and communication deliverables.

2. Development of new collaborations and opportunities

• Identify and research potential partners or organizations aligned with the Foundation's mission. ( note, benchmark, etc)
• Support the drafting of concept notes, proposals, and outreach materials, and monitor innovation and sustainability trends to inform engagement efforts.

3. Ecosystem engagement and matchmaking

• Help connect innovators with corporates, investors, and public entities through targeted introductions and events.
• Track interactions and outcomes that facilitate market access and deployment of sustainable solutions.

4. S5. Research and content development

• Prepare analyses, partner profiles, and benchmarks to identify potential new partners
• Contribute to presentations & proposal for internal and external audiences
• Support communication and visibility activities promoting the Foundation's labeled solutions and impact stories.

Profile Sought

You combine strong analytical skills (research, synthesis, monitoring) with excellent interpersonal abilities (listening, collaboration, and communication). You are eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and to learn from a diverse network of innovators and partners working toward a cleaner, more efficient world.

We would be happy to meet you if:

• You have a Bachelor/Master degree or equivalent and are motivated by topics such as
  sustainability, innovation, and business
  .
• You are
  curious, proactive, and organized
  , and enjoy working in a collaborative, dynamic environment.
• You are fluent in
  French and English
  , written and spoken.
• You can
  manage multiple projects
  and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• You communicate clearly and confidently with a variety of stakeholders, from startups to large corporates and public institutions.

Why Join Us

• Contribute to the
  deployment of clean technologies
  and help accelerate the ecological transition.
• Learn from a dynamic, multidisciplinary team working with
  innovators, corporates, investors, and public institutions
  worldwide.
• Gain practical experience in
  partnership management, ecosystem engagement, and impact-driven project delivery
  .
• Work in a
  collaborative, international team
  committed to advancing practical solutions for sustainability.

How to Apply

If this opportunity interests you and you meet the requirements above, please send your
CV
and a short
cover letter
(200–300 words) to

.