The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) is offering a Corporate Responsibility Intern position in Paris, France: a 6-month internship starting in February 2027, with a monthly allowance of €1,800. Applications close on 11 November 2026 before midnight Paris time and are open to citizens of the CEB's 43 member states. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full listing so you can see every detail in one place.
What Is the CEB Corporate Responsibility Internship?
This internship is one of ten internships in the CEB Internship Programme 2027, which the bank runs in Paris for students in their final year of higher education and recent graduates. This role sits in the Corporate Responsibility & ESG Reporting Unit, where the CEB is preparing its first sustainability report aligned with ISSB standards for publication in 2027.
The listing is titled Intern - Corporate Responsibility / Stagiaire - Responsabilité d'Entreprise, and applications are accepted in English or French.
About the Council of Europe Development Bank
The CEB is a bank with a social mandate. It finances projects in areas such as education, health and affordable housing, with a focus on vulnerable people.
The internship programme is described as a chance to apply what you studied to the work of that kind of bank, from analysing financial risk to assessing social investment. Interns work with colleagues from different backgrounds and contribute to assignments in their chosen team.
Where You Will Work: The Corporate Responsibility & ESG Reporting Unit
The unit is called the Corporate Responsibility & ESG Reporting (R&C-CRE) Unit and belongs to the bank's Risk & Control Directorate in Paris.
Its current flagship task is the CEB's first sustainability report aligned with the ISSB IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, planned for publication in 2027. As an intern, you would contribute to that work alongside the ESG Officer and the ESG Data Analyst, and you would work closely with other colleagues across the bank.
Corporate Responsibility Intern at a Glance
📌 Position: Intern, Corporate Responsibility (Stagiaire, Responsabilité d'Entreprise)
🏦 Organisation: Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB)
🧩 Unit: Corporate Responsibility & ESG Reporting, Risk & Control Directorate
📍 Location: Paris, France
⏱️ Duration: 6 months
🚀 Start: February 2027, with some flexibility
💶 Allowance: €1,800 per month
🎓 Academic status: Final-year student or graduate of the past 24 months, ideally at Master's level
🗣️ Languages: English or French
🛂 Nationality: Citizen of a CEB member state
⏳ Deadline: 11 November 2026, before midnight Paris time
What Will You Do as Corporate Responsibility Intern?
The listing names five areas of work:
📝 Helping to develop sustainability reporting according to standards such as ISSB or GRI
⭐ Supporting engagement with ESG rating agencies and the follow-up of related improvement actions
🌍 Contributing to the follow-up of the action plan to align internal operations with the Paris Agreement
🔎 Tracking regulatory developments in sustainability reporting, including ISSB, GRI and CSRD/ESRS
📣 Contributing to sustainability communication, including website and intranet content
Sustainability Reporting Under ISSB and GRI
The first task is helping to develop sustainability reporting according to standards such as ISSB or GRI. The wider context is the CEB's first sustainability report aligned with the ISSB IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards, which the unit is preparing for 2027.
The listing also mentions help with sustainability disclosures, so this part of the internship is about seeing how sustainability information is assembled for a bank's report.
ESG Rating Agencies and Follow-Up Actions
You would support the CEB's engagement with ESG rating agencies and help follow up the improvement actions that come out of that engagement. The profile asks for a working knowledge of ESG ratings and risks, which is directly linked to this task.
Aligning Internal Operations With the Paris Agreement
Another area of work is the follow-up of the CEB's action plan to align its internal operations with the Paris Agreement. You would contribute to tracking progress on that alignment.
Tracking Regulatory Developments: ISSB, GRI and CSRD/ESRS
The role includes keeping track of regulatory developments in sustainability reporting. The listing names ISSB, GRI and CSRD/ESRS as the frameworks to follow.
Together with the reporting work, this gives you practical experience of how sustainability information is assembled and explained.
Website and Intranet Content
You would also contribute to sustainability communication, including website and intranet content. The listing highlights writing as part of the learning, which is why drafting skills appear in the profile below.
Who Is the Ideal Profile for This Role?
The role-specific profile lists:
📚 Studies in sustainability management or related fields such as finance, law, economics or political science
✍️ Good drafting skills
📑 Familiarity with sustainability standards and disclosures
📈 Working knowledge of ESG ratings and risks
These role-specific qualifications apply alongside the shared eligibility criteria of the whole programme.
Academic Background and Experience
🎓 You must have graduated within the past 24 months or be in your final year of higher education
🏅 The listing says Master's level or equivalent is ideal
💼 Professional work experience is not required
✨ Relevant experience is an advantage
🔖 Each role's skills criteria still apply
Language Requirements
You must have an excellent command of English or French, both spoken and written. A working knowledge of the other language is desirable.
You can also write your application in English or French.
Core Competencies
The shared criteria list six core competencies:
🔄 Adaptability
🤝 Client orientation
💬 Communication
💡 Innovation
🎯 Result orientation
👥 Teamwork
Nationality: Which Countries Can Apply?
You must be a citizen of one of the CEB's member states. The 43 member states listed are: Albania, Andorra, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Holy See, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and Ukraine.
Duration and Start Date
The internship lasts six months and is scheduled to start in February 2027. Some flexibility on the start date may be granted to accommodate your schedule or the requirements of your academic institution.
Monthly Allowance and What Is Not Covered
Interns receive a monthly allowance of €1,800. It is meant as a contribution towards living costs, public transport and accommodation.
Travel expenses and other costs are not covered by the bank. If you are planning an internship abroad, our guide to paid internships abroad for students explains the difference between a paid internship and a funded traineeship.
Internship Status: No Staff Position
An internship does not confer CEB staff status and does not give any entitlement to subsequent permanent or temporary employment at the bank.
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Selection Process
The first steps of the selection are generally carried out remotely. Depending on the stage, the process may include a recorded video interview, a written test and an interactive interview.
Read the Full Vacancy Before You Apply
Each of the ten internships has its own description of the work and the profile sought. The shared eligibility criteria apply to all ten roles, while role-specific qualifications and skills also apply. The CEB asks applicants to read the full vacancy before applying, and the vacancy for this role is linked in the Links section below.
Applications are made through the CEB's online recruitment system, in English or French, before midnight Paris time on 11 November 2026.
Why This Internship Could Be a Good Fit
If you are finishing a degree in sustainability management, finance, law, economics or political science and want hands-on exposure to ESG reporting, this internship covers reporting, rating agencies, climate alignment and communication in one unit. You would work on the CEB's first ISSB-aligned report, and you can read how we verify every opportunity on Youth Works Hub. Find more roles like this on Youth Works Hub in our internship listings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CEB Corporate Responsibility internship?
It is a 6-month internship in Paris with the Corporate Responsibility & ESG Reporting Unit of the Council of Europe Development Bank. It is one of ten internships in the CEB Internship Programme 2027.
How much does the internship pay?
Interns receive a monthly allowance of €1,800 towards living costs, public transport and accommodation. Travel expenses and other costs are not covered by the bank.
When is the deadline?
Applications must be submitted before midnight Paris time on 11 November 2026.
When does the internship start and how long is it?
The internship lasts six months and is scheduled to start in February 2027. Some flexibility on the start date may be granted to accommodate your schedule or your academic institution.
Who can apply?
You must be a citizen of one of the CEB's 43 member states and either be in your final year of higher education or have graduated within the past 24 months. A Master's level or equivalent is ideal.
Which fields of study fit this role?
The listing mentions sustainability management and related fields such as finance, law, economics or political science.
Do I need work experience?
No. Professional work experience is not required, although relevant experience is an advantage.
Which languages do I need?
You need an excellent command of English or French, spoken and written. A working knowledge of the other language is desirable.
Which skills does the role ask for?
Good drafting skills, familiarity with sustainability standards and disclosures, and a working knowledge of ESG ratings and risks.
What will I work on?
Sustainability reporting under standards such as ISSB or GRI, engagement with ESG rating agencies, the Paris Agreement alignment plan for internal operations, regulatory tracking including CSRD/ESRS, and website and intranet content.
What is the selection process?
The first steps are generally remote. The process may include a recorded video interview, a written test and an interactive interview.
Does the internship lead to a job at the CEB?
No. An internship does not confer CEB staff status or entitlement to subsequent permanent or temporary employment.
How do I apply?
Read the full vacancy, then apply in English or French through the CEB's online recruitment system using the links below, before midnight Paris time on 11 November 2026.
Deadline
⏳ 11 November 2026
Links
🔗 Full vacancy: https://jobs.coebank.org/job/Paris-Intern-Corporate-Responsibility-Stagiaire-Responsabilit%C3%A9-d%26apos%3BEntreprise/1374189655/
📝 Apply now: https://jobs.coebank.org/talentcommunity/apply/1374189655/?locale=en_US
