About OLYX:
OLYX is a brokerage company located in the heart of Amsterdam, active in the dynamic world of renewable energies. We are convinced that human relationships and trust are essential ingredients in trading. We have intermediated through over 700 trading partners in Europe, Asia, and America.
We are proud of our company culture and the results achieved by our team, consisting of more than 40 people of many different nationalities. We celebrate our successes together and are always looking for improvements.
About the project:
We are a leading brokerage company in the biomethane market for the transport, electricity and heating sector in Germany collaborating with energy and gas companies to support their decarbonisation process.
All municipalities and energy providers in Germany have an increasing interest, and some are even legally obligated to reduce their or their clients’ CO2 footprint. The Renewable Energy Sources Act is one (EEG) form of regulation to incentivise them to produce electricity from renewable resources. One effective way to reduce the CO2 footprint is by using biomethane.
OLYX helps German municipalities and energy providers establish themselves in the renewable energy market not only in the electricity sector but also heating and transport by supplying them with biomethane from our existing client network.
As part of our strategic expansion, we are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Master’s student to join our team as an intern for 6 months and with the intention to stay in our company afterwards.
This internship will provide you with a unique opportunity to work in the renewable energy sector, directly engaging with municipalities (Stadtwerke) and regional energy providers to negotiate and broker primarily biomethane in the German market.
Responsibilities:
As part of the project, the intern will be responsible for.
1. Research and Outreach:
- Conducting research to identify municipalities in Germany that are seeking or could benefit from biomethane for their decarbonisation process.
- Reaching out via outbound calls to key decision-makers within the municipalities to introduce and advocate for the benefits of purchasing biomethane.
- Crafting personalised outreach emails to each city’s needs, ensuring communication is clear, informative, and aligned with their renewable energy goals.
2. Brokerage and Negotiation
- Acting as intermediaries between biomethane producers and municipalities aiming to negotiate and broker sales agreements.
- Analysing each City’s requirements and aligning those needs with appropriate biomethane offerings.
3. Networking and Relationship Building
- Cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders within the energy sector.
- Participating in industry webinars, international conferences, and networking events to expand the project’s influence.
About you:
- Languages: Native speaker in German and fluent in English
- Education: In the last year of a Master degree in economics, finance, environmental science or related fields but not limited to these disciplines.
- Sales Experience: Previous experience in sales, business development, or a similar role is a plus but not required.
- Soft skills: Self-motivated, resilient to stress, inquisitive, and entrepreneurial.
- Work skills: Target-driven, good time management, ability to prioritise, and good organisation.
What’s in it for you?
- An Inspiring Work Environment: Enjoy a young, vibrant, and inspiring work atmosphere at OLYX.
- Hands-on Experience: An opportunity to gain real-world experience in the growing renewable energy sector focusing on the commercialisation of biomethane.
- A Supportive Team: Be part of a multicultural and supportive team, where your qualitative as well as quantitative contributions are highly valued. We foster and encourage an open feedback culture.
- Competitive Compensation: You’ll receive competitive remuneration and have the opportunity to earn a bonus through your contributions.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send the following application materials to hr@olyx.nl:
- A CV that highlights your academic background, relevant experience, and key skills.
- A cover letter explaining your motivation for applying to the position, your interest in renewable energy, and how your skills can contribute to the success of this project.
Deadline for Applications: 31.01.2025
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming you as part of our dynamic team!
