Are you ready to save the planet? We will help prevent a climate crisis by freeing the world from fossil fuels. Our breakthrough direct air capture technology captures CO₂ from the atmosphere and produces hydrogen in parallel. The clock is ticking. What are you waiting for? How you'll contribute As a Finance Intern at Greenlyte Carbon Technologies, you'll support core FP&A activities and gain hands-on experience in financial reporting, modeling, and investor communications. This 4-6-month internship offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to strategic financial decisions in a high-growth, mission-driven climate tech startup. Specifically, you will Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across departments Maintain and improve financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools Analyze actual vs. planned costs on a project level and surface insights Collaborate with teams to understand financial drivers and optimize outcomes Support investor and board reporting, including data preparation and commentary Contribute to funding and grant processes with tailored financial analysis Identify opportunities to improve and automate recurring financial processes Work closely with the VP Finance on strategic initiatives and scenario planning About you Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics Strong analytical and Excel/Google Sheets skills; bonus if familiar with Power BI or similar tools Clear communicator with the ability to collaborate across functions Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proactive mindset Strong English skills required; German is a plus Eagerness to learn, contribute, and make an impact in climate tech What we offer A paid internship based in Essen, Germany Ownership in meaningful financial projects with real company impact Exposure to investor relations, funding strategy, and cross-functional collaboration A fast-paced, purpose-driven environment with a highly motivated team Open communication, mentorship, and opportunities to grow Noteworthy points This role cannot be done remotely. We require someone who lives within commuting distance to Essen. Did you like what you just read? Apply directly and send us your CV. We look forward to hearing from you! About us GCT was founded in September 2022 with the ambition to develop a low-cost, robust Direct Air Capture technology that captures CO2 at world-leading energy rates, whilst supplying hydrogen as a by-product. The company’s technology is based on 15 years of research and has been proven at various scales. Since its founding, the company raised 45-million Euros in funding from leading venture capitalists and renowned business angels.