Intern, Climate & Environment

Summary

Join the United Nations Foundation as a Climate and Environment Intern and contribute to critical climate and environmental initiatives. Support the Climate and Environment team in climate diplomacy, policy, research, logistics, communications, and event management, focusing on climate science and shipping decarbonization. This paid internship runs from May 27th, 2025, to August 29th, 2025, offering an hourly rate of $17.50-$20. The position can be based in Washington, DC, or remote. The intern will research, monitor, and synthesize key findings in international climate science, support UNF's ocean and shipping work, and assist with various projects and events. The internship requires strong communication skills, knowledge of climate and environmental policy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Requirements

• Candidate must be enrolled in a degree-granting program during the internship or must be a graduate of a college or university
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest, knowledge of, or experience in climate and environmental policy
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple priorities
• Strong professional interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet regular attendance/tardiness policy
• Must have a personal laptop computer and access to the Internet
• Must be available to work a maximum of 29 hours per week
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Work with the Climate & Environment team to research, monitor, and synthesize key findings and developments in international climate science and communications
• Support UNF’s work in ocean and shipping by assisting with logistics for country participation at international meetings
• Help produce a range of written projects for internal and external audiences
• Support the team through the development of materials for leadership and other teams
• Assist with organizing and executing in-person and virtual meetings and events
• Keep abreast of climate and environmental news, including tracking key issues for the team
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• This is a paid opportunity from May 27th, 2025, to August 29th, 2025, and offers an hourly compensation rate of $17.50 - $20 per hour
• This position can be based in Washington, DC, or be remote