About this role
Explore how sustainable business models can create lasting business value. At Sandvik Group Sustainability, this master’s thesis project gives you the opportunity to analyze successful approaches from across industries, identify their defining characteristics and develop practical recommendations for how they could be applied within Sandvik’s businesses.
Sandvik Group Sustainability is part of the Sandvik Group, a global leader in engineering solutions. We’re committed to conducting business in a sustainable and responsible manner and to supporting our customers in their transition towards sustainability.
Background and scope of the project
Sustainable business models can help organizations integrate sustainability into how they create and deliver value. This project focuses on investigating sustainable business models and providing recommendations for their implementation in the context of Sandvik’s businesses.
The purpose is to identify successful approaches, understand their key characteristics and create a practical playbook that supports their application across a global organization.
Work description
You analyse sustainable business models used within Sandvik and across other industries. The work includes:
- Analyzing and mapping sustainable business models at Sandvik.
- Investigating proven and successful business models from different industries.
- Categorising the identified models according to their characteristics.
- Creating a general playbook that explains the models and how they can be applied.
- Recommending how selected models could be applied within Sandvik’s businesses.
Student background
We’re primarily looking for a master’s student in engineering or business within sustainability, environmental science, finance or a related field. A genuine interest in sustainability and strategy is essential.
- Experience in independent research is highly valued.
- Experience in data analysis is highly valued.
You approach complex information with curiosity and structure. With an analytical and independent way of working, you turn research into clear and practical recommendations.
Our culture
At Sandvik, we’re tech driven, innovative and entrepreneurial. We believe that success is a team effort so we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where people can be themselves and reach their full potential. So, we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our differences. Visit our stories hub , LinkedIn or Facebook to get to know us further.
Duration of the project
The thesis project lasts 20 weeks, starting (11 January 2027 or as soon as possible).
Contact information
For further information about this project, please contact Filip Ivarsson, Sustainability Officer Sandvik Group, +46 (0)76-114 52 42
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How to apply
Send your application no later than November 1st, 2024. Click apply and include your resume and cover letter in English. Please note that we don’t accept applications by e-mail. Job ID: R0098154.