Geneva Internship Program (Spring/Summer 2023) at The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)

About IISD

The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) is an award-winning independent think tank working to accelerate solutions for a stable climate, sustainable resource management, and fair economies. Our work inspires better decisions and sparks meaningful action to help people and the planet thrive. We shine a light on what can be achieved when governments, businesses, non-profits, and communities come together. IISD’s staff of more than 120 people, plus over 150 associates and consultants, come from across the globe and from many disciplines. With offices in Winnipeg, Geneva, Ottawa, and Toronto, our work affects lives in nearly 100 countries.

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Timelines and Duration

• IISD is seeking interns for Spring/Summer 2023 (May to August). 
• The deadline to apply is March 1, 2023*
• Internships are for a minimum of 3 months and a maximum of 4 months (or more upon university approval) for 15 hours a week during the term time and a maximum of 40 hours a week during university vacation.
• If the internship is an official part of your course credit, working hours can be full-time, contingent upon a joint agreement with the university.

* Selected candidates will not be contacted for an interview until after the deadline date.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for an internship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a master’s level (MA, MSc, LLM, etc.) or Ph.D. degree program with a university based in Switzerland during the dates of the prospective internship.
• Be fluent in English speaking and writing.
• Have excellent academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institutional records.
• Have a valid Swiss residence permit (student B permit, regular B permit, C permit) or hold Swiss citizenship.

Additional consideration will be given to any past professional experience. It will be considered an advantage if applicants can demonstrate an academic or professional experience that is relevant to the focus area of the IISD team to which they are applying; professional competence in any languages in addition to English, especially French or Spanish; and a written statement of support from academic supervisors or professional referees.

All applications must include a cover letter and a CV both in English.
Your cover letter should specify one IISD Geneva program with which you would like to seek an internship and why.

Overview of the IISD Geneva Internship Program at The International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD)

The IISD Geneva Internship Program offers students studying in Switzerland the exciting opportunity to acquire direct practical experience with IISD’s office in Geneva.