Undp Climate And Energy Internship 2026 In Italy Or Remote: Paid Stipend

UNDP Climate and Energy Internship ** in Italy or Remote: paid Stipend
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The six-month internship is available in Rome, Italy, or through a home-based arrangement, with a monthly stipend provided under UNDP's internship conditions.
Interested applicants must submit their applications before November 20, **.
About the UNDP Climate and Energy Internship The internship, officially titled Intern – Climate and Energy Project Support, is offered through the UNDP Rome Centre for Climate Action and Energy Transition.
The Centre works with the Italian Government and international partners to advance climate action, sustainable energy access and climate finance.
Its major initiatives include: PISTA: Supports climate investment, technical assistance, decarbonisation and climate-resilient development in developing countries.
Energy for Growth: Promotes sustainable energy access, clean energy investment and partnerships supporting Sustainable Development Goal 7.
Youth4Climate: Supports youth-led climate solutions through funding, capacity development and engagement with policymakers.
The Centre also contributes to international partnerships involving G7 and G20 countries, the Mattei Plan for Africa, climate adaptation, digital development and sustainable infrastructure.
Selected interns will work with technical experts and programme teams to support these activities.
Selected interns will work with technical experts and programme teams to support these activities.
Benefits of the Internship
Successful applicants will benefit from: A six-month internship with the United Nations Development Programme.
A monthly stipend, subject to UNDP's internship policy.
The option to work from Rome, Italy, or through a home-based arrangement.
Practical experience in climate policy, renewable energy and international development.
Exposure to project coordination, climate finance and investment facilitation.
Opportunities to develop research, communication and administrative skills.
Professional experience working with international development experts.
Important: The exact monthly stipend is not specified.
UNDP pays a stipend to interns without external financial support.
Where an intern receives financial support from another institution, UNDP may pay the difference between that support and the applicable stipend.
Flights, accommodation, visas, passports and other relocation expenses are not automatically covered by UNDP.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following educational requirements: Be currently enrolled in a postgraduate programme, including a Master's degree or equivalent.
Be in the final academic year of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Have recently graduated from a university and be able to begin the internship within one year of graduation.
Relevant academic fields include: Public Policy and Political Science.
Environmental Science and Climate Policy.
Energy Studies and Renewable Energy.
International Relations.
Other related disciplines.
Preference may be given to applicants studying at Master's level.
The vacancy does not specify a mandatory minimum number of years of professional experience.
Required Skills and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate: Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Familiarity with project management tools and coordination.
Excellent writing and communication abilities.
Good organisational and time-management skills.
Interest in climate change, renewable energy and sustainable development.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Understanding of UNDP's mission and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Knowledge of youth participation in climate action and familiarity with the United Nations or other international organisations are considered advantages.
Language requirements
Excellent written and spoken English is required.
Knowledge of Italian or another official United Nations language is an advantage but not compulsory.
Internship Responsibilities
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