European Sustainability Intern

About PIMCO Prime Real Estate

PIMCO Prime Real Estate, a PIMCO company, is a leading global real estate investor and manager. As part of the PIMCO real estate platform, it focuses on Core and Core+ market segments, managing the Allianz group’s $93 billion real estate mandate. PIMCO’s real estate platform boasts over $183 billion in assets and offers diverse solutions leveraging decades of expertise across public and private equity and debt markets.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a talented European Sustainability Intern to join the European Sustainability team. This role is crucial in supporting the development and execution of PIMCO Prime Real Estate's European ESG strategy.

Key Responsibilities

The European Sustainability Intern will be involved in:

• ESG Strategy Execution:
• Supporting local asset management colleagues in developing or refining asset-specific ESG strategies, including certifications, decarbonization, energy performance, and biodiversity initiatives.
• Assisting with business and product development initiatives, and preparing investor communications related to ESG.
• ESG Initiatives & Tools:
• Participating in and monitoring the implementation of ESG initiatives across the entire European portfolio.
• Assisting in the planning and delivery of ESG training sessions for various internal stakeholders.
• Managing ESG data and effectively utilizing analytics tools to support and execute the overall ESG strategy.
• ESG Regulation & Reporting:
• Keeping abreast of crucial ESG trends and technological advancements within the real estate sector.
• Monitoring regulatory requirements for ESG and sustainability across diverse topics such as building performance and reporting, with a specific focus on local regulations.
• Contributing to thought leadership by actively participating in industry initiatives and public consultations.

Key Requirements

To be successful in this European Sustainability Intern role, candidates should possess:

• Currently completing a Master's degree in sustainable development, management (sustainable/environmental), real estate, finance, economics, data science, data analytics, civil engineering, or architecture; an additional qualification in real estate is highly desirable.
• Professional experience in real estate asset, portfolio, fund or investment management, real estate finance, data science, banking, project management, or consulting.
• Knowledge of real estate investments/asset management and relevant (local) sustainability regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Practicality and perseverance to complete projects and tasks, both collaboratively and individually.
• Fluency in English is a prerequisite; fluency in French, German, or Spanish is highly desired.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic multicultural business environment.

Additional Information & Benefits

This is a 6-month internship available from March 2026, located in Paris, 9th Arrondissement. PIMCO Prime Real Estate offers an open and international working environment with a diverse and inclusive culture. Interns can also benefit from well-being initiatives, sports offers, and other local benefits to achieve a positive work-life balance.

Key skills/competency

• ESG Strategy
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Real Estate Asset Management
• Data Analysis
• Regulatory Compliance
• Project Management
• Stakeholder Communication
• Microsoft Excel
• PowerPoint Presentations
• Quantitative Analysis