Job Description Summary

Are your interested in sustainability and in particular in environmental / climate issues? And are you looking for an interesting and challenging internship working for a global Asset Manager? Then our Responsible Investment team is your opportunity!

Job Description

The job in a nutshell

During this internship you will be assisting us in setting up our progress report on engagement initiatives supporting our net zero commitments and the adverse impacts our investment may have on society or the environment. In addition, you will support engagement efforts with our investee companies who may not live up in full to our responsible investment standards. This gives you the opportunity to learn how Environment/Social/Governance (ESG) is applied in practice and work on your research and reporting skills towards our global clients and regulators.

Company Overview:

Aegon Asset Management (Aegon AM) is a leading global investor. Our 385 investment professionals manage and advise on assets of US $341 billion for a global client base of pension plans, public funds, insurance companies, banks, wealth managers, family offices and foundations. We organize our firm around four investment platforms: fixed income, real assets, equities and multi-asset & solutions, which includes a fiduciary and multi-manager business. Each investment platform has dedicated teams with deep asset-class expertise, organized globally and committed to maximizing client benefit from their specialist areas. We are an international business: Our 1,160 employees work from 13 locations across Europe, the Americas and Asia.

Aegon AM NextGen

Our Aegon AM NextGen internship program provides you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced investment management professionals, immersing you in different areas of the business to develop the skills and knowledge necessary to become the next generation of leaders and specialists. We will provide you with the autonomy to make decisions and drive our client’s success. From a global onboarding and mentoring opportunities to our unlimited training platform and internal Talent Marketplace, you’ll find pathways to grow. Our exclusive network event will connect you with industry experts, senior leaders, and fellow interns, fostering meaningful relationships. Join us and take the first step towards a promising career in asset management.

This would be your future internship because you:

• Want to work for an international company aiming to influence companies to improve their sustainability performance.
• Like to conduct research to prepare dialogues on Environment/Social/Governance (ESG) issues with companies.
• Are good at analyzing and preparing text and data for our client reports.
• Enjoy helping to analyze data (i.e. climate data or other sustainability disclosure).
• Want to foster change at our investee companies to ensure compliance with our responsible investment standards.

What do you bring?

• To qualify for internship, applicants must be currently enrolled full-time at a university pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree ideally focused on sustainability, social or environmental topics in The Netherlands. The internship takes place in our office in the Hague.
• Available for 3 months starting in February for minimum of 3 days a week, 2 days in the office.
• Interest in sustainability issues with focus on Environment / Climate.
• Reporting and writing skills in English.
• Self-starter and problem solver with attention to detail.

Who will be your new colleagues?

Seven RI specialists work in our office in The Hague. We are diverse, experienced and passionate about ESG. These specialists conduct sustainability and impact research, lead active ownership activities and advise on RI policies and reporting. We work jointly with RI specialists in other markets and support clients to comply with their RI policies. Supervised by our Senior RI Manager Heike Cosse this will be a great chance to develop your skills during your internship.

Important note NL:
It is required to be enrolled at a Dutch university to take part in this internship. Next to that you will need a Dutch BSN-number and Dutch bank account. If you are a non-EU/EER student, you will need a valid residence permit stating that you may work ('arbeid vrij toegestaan'). Applications that do not fulfill these criteria cannot be taken into consideration.

What will you be getting?

• NL: An internship allowance of €650 a month based on 40 hours a week
• A personal laptop you can borrow during your internship
• Personal guidance
• Part of Aegon AM NextGen and getting a variety of development opportunities and building your network.

Enthusiastic? Apply!

At Aegon Asset Management, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are more than a global Asset Management firm – we are a people business, and we recognize that delivering excellent client outcomes comes from embracing diverse perspectives. We value diversity in the full range of human uniqueness without limitation including race, gender, ability, language, culture, beliefs, age, origin, background, perspectives and experiences.

Do you have what it takes to become our intern at Aegon Asset Management? Then we look forward to receiving your application and CV via this webpage.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

Aegon Asset Management aims to be an employer of choice in the financial services industry. As a global company, we offer excellent terms of employment, a very diverse and inspiring work environment, and development opportunities.