Business Intern at GENOMINES – Les Ulis, Île-de-France

At Genomines, our mission is to pioneer a new era of sustainable mining by using genetically enhanced plants to extract metals from the ground (agromining). Through synthetic biology and cutting-edge technology, we harness the power of nature to create bioengineered plants that can farm for metals while decontaminating soil and creating cleaner lands for agriculture. Our ultimate goal is to become the world's first carbon-negative mining group, using sustainable, eco-friendly methods to extract the valuable resources our society needs for the energy transition.

Genomines is entering a rapid growth phase with the scaled agriculture and commercialization of our metal products. Backed by some of the largest and most influential climate tech funds worldwide, we have a grand ambition to supply the world’s green energy transition with plant based metals.

What those jobs' about

We offer ambitious candidates opportunities for rapid growth and strong exposure.

Business Interns will be critical support members during our next phase of development. The responsibilities of business interns will be dynamic, challenging, and will focus on developing our projects and value chain: Executive Office, Business Development, HR will be the core focuses during the internships.

Successful interns demonstrate a rigorous attention to detail, pride & ownership over their work, effective communication skills, a strong work ethic, an entrepreneurial mindset, a team-first attitude, and humility.

• Offer 1 - Executive Office Internship:

  • Support the deployment of AI workflows throughout the organization

  • Develop SOPs and training materials (video and written content) for AI best practices

  • Support team members with troubleshooting challenges in AI deployment

  • Monitor social media, traditional news outlets, and competitor activity for key phytoextraction or traditional mining developments

• Offer 2 - Business Development Internship:

  • Partnership management and oversight: Support the team in deal flow management and draft roadmaps for different partnership projects. Actively engage in the preparation of files related to joint ventures and partnerships.

  • Strategic analysis and market intelligence: Collect and analyze data on market trends, competition, and industry shifts. Conduct market studies to determine market value and volume changes, identify key players, and pinpoint target markets where the Business Unit (BU) will operate. Execute quantitative analyses and assess performance to identify new growth opportunities. Lead competitive intelligence activities, track emerging industry trends, and prepare summaries to guide the company's strategy.

  • Report preparation and presentation: Prepare presentation materials for monthly business reviews and other strategic meetings.

  • Research and project assessment: Actively participate in the assessment of potential projects, including cost-benefit analyses and risk identification.

  • Collaboration and commercial relations: Collaborate with various departments to coordinate and implement strategic initiatives. Engage actively in client interactions, support the team in crafting and presenting offers. Establish and maintain relationships with potential partners, supporting the team during negotiations for joint ventures, partnerships, and acquisitions

• Offer 3 - HR internship:

  • Support the implementation of our HRIS in France and South Africa and provide support to employees and managers using the new system.

  • Support the setup of HR workflows and policies.

  • Coordinate the recruitment process and manage candidates pipelines leveraging ATS capabilities.

  • Support managers throughout the recruitment process ensuring smooth and positive candidates experience.

  • Help document and structure HR processes in an international environment.

We are seeking end-of-study candidates currently pursuing a Master's degree (BAC+5), with a preference for an academic focus in Engineering or Business. We look for strong analytical skills, resilience, ambition, and an ability to grasp complexity in a fast-paced startup environment.

Profile

• You can conduct in-depth studies and analyze complex, unstructured data

• You can initiate business partnerships and exhibit exceptional professional skills

• You are independent, curious, dynamic, and proactive

• You have a strong work ethic and internal drive to succeed

• You are meticulous in your work

• You have a creative, determined approach to problem-solving

• You have excellent communication skills, both written and spoken (English)

• You are proficient in Excel and presentation tools

Testimonials (previous interns)

I’ve always believed that you have to try something to make the learning real. I joined Genomines for the first-hand experience of operating in a young and ambitious company in the deep/climate tech sector.

What stood out to me about this internship was my level of responsibility, and the impact that I was able to have. I’ve gained an up-close view on various parts of the business, and I've contributed to helping a Series A startup move toward its targets. It’s been a pleasure working with Genomines’ diverse team and ambitious leadership.

Arina K.

I joined Genomines as a foreign intern with no ability to speak the local language and no “traditional” business background. However, I knew that by taking the risk of joining a young, seed-stage startup my ability to learn and grow would be accelerated 10x versus traditional development paths. I had opportunities to directly work with executive management and lead initiatives that gave me the reps, exposure, and quick feedback loops necessary to rapidly grow. I’ve since been promoted twice and now support the company as Chief of Staff. For the young and ambitious talent who want to grow quickly and test their potential, the internships at Genomines are a fantastic opportunity.

Aidan D.