Applications are now open for the 2026 Green Climate Fund internship program (US$ 1,600/month)
Closing Date: 3 January 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 Green Climate Fund internship program (US$ 1,600/month)
About the Green Climate Fund (GCF)
Set up in 2010 by the 194 countries who are Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), GCF takes its responsibility as the world’s largest dedicated multilateral climate fund to heart. GCF funds transformative climate projects across the developing world, supporting countries in their responses and actions to tackle climate change while fostering sustainable development within their communities.
GCF country-driven approach ensures that its actions are tailored to the unique circumstances and national aspirations of each nation it supports. Besides channeling public and private sector investment through a broad range of financing instruments, GCF builds the capacity of developing countries to take climate action through an extensive Readiness Programme ensuring countries are increasingly well-equipped and financed to manage their climate futures. Headquartered in the Republic of Korea, GCF operates with a diverse and talented workforce of over 300 people.
Background
The Green Climate Fund (the Fund) is a multilateral fund created to make a significant and ambitious contribution to the global efforts towards attaining the goals set by the international community to combat climate change.
The Fund will contribute to the achievement of the ultimate objective of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). In the context of sustainable development, the Fund will promote the paradigm shift towards low-emission and climate-resilient development pathways by providing support to developing countries to limit or reduce their greenhouse gas emissions and to adapt to the impacts of climate change, taking into account the needs of those developing countries particularly vulnerable to the adverse effects of climate change.
The Fund is governed by a Board, composed of an equal number of members from developed and developing countries. The Fund is operated by an independent Secretariat headed by an Executive Director. The Fund will pursue a country-driven approach in its operations
About the 2026 Green Climate Fund internship program
The Green Climate Fund internship program offers an unparalleled learning experience tailored for students and recent graduates hailing from diverse academic disciplines. GCF application process welcomes individuals of all nationalities, with a special emphasis on encouraging qualified candidates, particularly those from developing nations, to apply. GCF values diversity in professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds.
This program is meticulously crafted for talented and driven individuals proficient in areas pertinent to the operations of the GCF. Interns receive a monthly allowance along with free comprehensive global health insurance coverage. Selected candidates have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the work of the Fund, gaining invaluable insights and receiving guidance and training across various professional domains within a vibrant multicultural setting.
The GCF internship spans six months initially, with the potential for a six-month extension contingent upon a performance review. All interns are required to work at the GCF headquarters located in Songdo, South Korea. For international hires, roundtrip flights will be provided.
To be eligible for an GCF internship, candidates must:
- Be enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program prior to internship assignment, or a recent graduate;
- Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Fund’s work;
- Possess an excellent command of English.
Selection process
Timeline: The recruitment for GCF cohort internship typically commences in December each year, extending through early January of the following year. GCF meticulous selection process unfolds from February to May. Newly chosen interns typically embark on their journey in July of the same year, although start dates may vary to accommodate business needs.
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