Global SME Impact & Innovation Internship

Job Description

Global SME Impact & Innovation Internship – Fall 2025
Offered by ESGreLab

Are you eager to gain real-world experience, build global connections, and work on projects that matter? This is not your typical internship. Join thousands of students worldwide in helping small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) tackle challenges in sustainability, AI, finance, and technology.

You’ll collaborate with students across borders, contribute to real projects, and help businesses grow, all while building valuable skills for your future.

About Us

ESGreLab is an education and innovation think tank. Our mission is to connect students and SMEs to accelerate learning, growth, and impact. With 400 million SMEs worldwide and 264 million students, we see endless opportunities for collaboration.

We believe in open access opportunities, not based on GPA, CV, or your school. Just curiosity, motivation, and a willingness to learn.

About the Opportunity

This Fall 2025 global internship is a flexible, project-driven experience designed to give students hands-on exposure to real business challenges. You’ll:

Work with SMEs in sectors like finance, real estate, technology, and sustainability

Join a team of 50–200 interns per company/project, tackling growth, strategy, and innovation challenges

Learn how small businesses operate across different markets and cultures

Contribute to research, strategy development, and problem-solving for real-world use cases

Gain mentorship and insights from industry professionals and entrepreneurs

This is a unique opportunity to apply your knowledge, collaborate with peers worldwide, and make an impact on real businesses.

What You’ll Do

Research and analyze market, industry, or technology trends

Collaborate on business strategies that help SMEs grow

Explore opportunities in sustainability, AI, digital transformation, and finance

Develop reports, presentations, and creative solutions

Share findings and best practices across global teams

Work closely with peers, mentors, and SME leaders to turn ideas into action

Who Should Apply

We welcome undergraduate and graduate students from all fields:

Business, finance, or economics

Sustainability, environmental studies, or urban development

Computer science, AI, or technology

Real estate, consulting, or entrepreneurship

Any student eager to learn, contribute, and collaborate globally

Ideal candidates are:

Curious, motivated, and passionate about learning by doing

Excited to work in large, diverse international teams

Comfortable communicating and collaborating online

Looking to add real project experience to their resume and LinkedIn

Details

Duration: Flexible (Fall 2025)

Format: 100% Remote, Global Teams

Commitment: Part-time, 1-5 hours/week (flexible around your classes)

Compensation: Unpaid (Certificate of Completion + LinkedIn Recommendation provided)

Extras: Global showcase of top projects, digital badges, networking with 10,000+ peers

First co-hort start date: September 15, 2025

Ready to join the world’s largest student-SME internship program?
This is your chance to build skills, grow your network, and make an impact — no GPA or CV required.