During this summer, I had the incredible opportunity to work with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) in South Africa, supporting them in restructuring their organisational structure.  WWF South Africa is a leading environmental organisation dedicated to conservation and sustainable development. They focus on protecting biodiversity, promoting sustainable resource use, and combating climate change within South Africa through research, advocacy, and community engagement.  

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This summer, I had the opportunity to intern at Paivi Enterprise, a small yet impactful firm in India specialising in sustainable luxury. As an INSEAD MBA student with a passion for sustainability, this role was a perfect fit for my career aspirations. My time at Paivi gave me valuable insights into the challenges and rewards of working in a mission-driven company.  

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This summer, I had the privilege of interning with the Milken Institute's Business & Programme Development team, an opportunity supported by the INSEAD Hoffmann Institute Impact Internship Stipend. 

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As an MBA intern working remotely for the Optimal Greening Foundation, I have had the incredible opportunity to contribute to the organisation's mission of delivering renewable energy and clean water access to marginalised African communities. The foundation, backed by USAID, specialises in sustainable solutions that address critical needs in rural areas.

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This summer, as part of my INSEAD MBA I had the opportunity to work with the Optimal Greening Foundation (OGF), a non-profit organisation in Nigeria dedicated to addressing critical Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) issues in underserved communities.

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In my previous role as an engineer on large infrastructure projects, I was rewarded for reducing the carbon footprint of construction by replacing traditional materials such as steel and concrete in a building with timber or other sustainable materials. However, I had little knowledge about how the reduced carbon emissions are utilised, valued or traded in the broader market.

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This past summer, during my internship with Ashoka University and the Delhi Government, I had the unique opportunity to work at the intersection of policy and education reform. My role was focused on improving the Schools of Specialised Excellence (SoSEs), where I collaborated with various stakeholders to track curriculum progress, manage relationships, and analyse data for better decision-making.A dive into stakeholder management

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That is right—over 50% of the Earth's oxygen comes from marine plants, particularly tiny organisms like phytoplankton. 

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From Tech Startups to Impact InvestingBefore joining INSEAD, I worked in the technology industry, leading various functions and business units for tech startups. My role centred on driving business growth and delivering financial returns for our investors.This summer, I decided to pivot towards a new and exciting challenge—impact investing. I switched sides for the first time to the investor side by taking on the role of Impact Investment Analyst at Equatora Capital. 

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