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GREEN CLIMATE FUND: KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND CLIMATE INTERN

Application Deadline: 8 January, 2024

LOCATION: South Korea

The mission of the Green Climate Fund is to assist developing countries to respond to climate change while bringing prosperity to their people. The Intern will provide analytical and operational support to the Knowledge Management and Climate units in the ​Office of the Executive Director​. S/he will have the opportunity to learn and expand her/his experiences by providing assistance in relation to GCF subscriptions and memberships, knowledge product development, visual knowledge product development, knowledge partnerships, providing support to the team in preparing for internal and external engagements, presentations, and research and drafting of various assignments for the team, support to the climate impact network, and other priorities of the Office of the Executive Director. Apply for the internship program!

ELIGIBILITY:

Applications from women and nationals from developing countries are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Enrolled in Master’s program in International Relations, Law, Finance, Economics, Science or related fields;  

Knowledge and experience in analysing complex problems, data and processes; and coordinating collaboration between multiple stakeholders;  

Ability to multitask and deliver within tight timelines, while demonstrating attention to detail; 

Excellent drafting, presentation and communication skills; 

Good understanding and experience in climate change, climate finance and/or designing and implementing projects in developing countries is an added advantage; 

Proficiency in using standard software programs: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Asana or other project management software; 

Fluency in English is essential; knowledge of another United Nations language, in particular French and Spanish, and/or Portuguese is an advantage. 

BENEFIT:

Remuneration: US$ 1,300/month 

Duration: 6 months 

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OIST RESEARCH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Application Deadline: April 15, 2024.

LOCATION: Japan

The OIST Graduate School offers education and research opportunities through our Research Intern program in STEM fields. The duration of the internship is typically from 2 to 6 months. These short-term placements give students the opportunity to gain experience in a particular laboratory or to learn a specific technique. Interns will work under the direction of a Professor and contribute to the research activities of OIST.

ELIGIBILITY:

Students who are in the final two years of the undergraduate or master’s program in Japan or overseas can apply.

The students who have recently graduated can apply.

The students who are currently enrolled must have approval for the OIST internship from their home institution.

The applicant’s academic background must follow the desired internship unit at OIST.

Internships may begin and end at any time during the year, with two application periods. For details about the application process and deadlines, please see the section “Apply to Research Internship.”

BENEFIT:

OIST will provide the following support for successful applicants.

Internship Allowance

JPY 2,400 per working day (Non-taxable and weekends excluded)  

Commuting Allowance

OIST Shuttle Bus Pass

Travel Expenses

One direct round-trip air ticket (travel date will be closest date to the term of placement)

Accommodation

Furnished apartment on or off campus

Other Support

OIST will also assist in visa acquisition, insurance procedures, and local registration. This will only be provided for the student. Therefore, this does not pertain to the dependents and family members of the student.

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