Business Development & Research Intern (Green Agenda / EU Funds)

Responsibilities

• As part of our team, you will contribute directly to building a pipeline of impactful projects:
• Identify EU and international funding opportunities in areas such as recycling, waste management, and environmental infrastructure
• Research and map potential partners including municipalities, public utilities, NGOs, and companies across the region
• Analyze funding requirements, budgets, and eligibility criteria
• Support the development of concept notes and draft grant proposals
• Contribute to building a portfolio of priority projects in Serbia and neighboring markets
• You will work on active projects and contribute to the development of structured funding opportunities.
• Who we're looking for
• We're looking for someone motivated, analytical, and eager to learn:
• Final-year student, recent graduate, or early-career professional (Economics, Business, International Relations, Environmental Studies, or similar)
• Strong analytical mindset and ability to structure and summarize complex information
• Interest in sustainability, green transition, and international/EU funding
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable working independently with mentorship support
• Good written and spoken English, with confidence to use it in day-to-day communication and documentation
• No prior experience required, but any exposure to research, projects, or sustainability topics is an advantage.
• What you'll gain
• Paid internship for 6 months
• Hands-on experience with EU and international funding projects
• Exposure to business development, research, and proposal writing
• Opportunity to contribute to regional projects across Serbia and neighboring markets (Montenegro, North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina)
• Mentorship and close collaboration with experienced professionals
• International, collaborative environment within a mission-driven company contributing to the circular economy and a cleaner environment
• Opportunity to make an impact in a developing and growing organization
• This is a strong opportunity if you are looking to build a career in sustainability, consulting, EU funds, or international development. At TOMRA, your work has real impact, and your ideas help shape a better future.
• Ready to grow your career with purpose?
• Please apply by sending us your CV and a short motivation note ( max 5-6 sentences), explaining why you are interested in the position and joining TOMRA. Please write this in the field "Message to Hiring Team".
• Applications are continually assessed so we encourage you to apply at the earliest.
• Deadline for applications is now Tuesday 21st of July 2026.

Additional Information

We're Hiring: Business Development & Research Intern (Green Agenda / EU Funds) Belgrade | Paid Internship (6 months) Are you interested in how EU-funded projects shape sustainability and infrastructure? Join us to gain hands-on experience working on EU and international funding opportunities supporting the green transition across Southeast Europe. We are looking for a Business Development & Research Intern to support the development of EU and international funding opportunities in the field of green transition, circular economy, and environmental infrastructure.

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