Summer 2027 Green Finance Advocacy Intern
About The Position
NRDC’s Green Finance & Economic Development Department seeks a graduate intern to support international finance advocacy and global green bank projects and initiatives. The intern reports to the Green Finance Advocate and works from NRDC’s Washington, D.C. office under a hybrid model, with onsite attendance expected three days per week. During the 10-week summer internship, the intern will develop resources and case studies related to green institutional development, culminating in a capstone project. They will also support the department and its partners in providing technical assistance to emerging green banks in emerging markets and developing economies (EMDEs), including by preparing presentations and memos. Additional work may include planning international engagements and events and producing materials that support NRDC’s green finance advocacy efforts. The internship requires a 35-hour weekly commitment in one of two summer sessions: May 24–July 30, 2027, or June 7–August 13, 2027. It is paid with a $10,000 stipend distributed biweekly. Relocation assistance is not available. The posting states the intern will not qualify as an NRDC employee, fellow, volunteer, or independent contractor, and employment after the internship is not guaranteed.
Requirements
- Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Initiative, proactiveness, and creativity.
- Ability to work independently.
- Commitment to NRDC’s mission, values, and DEI principles.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with finance (highly preferred).
- Familiarity with the international climate finance ecosystem (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Develop resources and case studies related to green institutional development, resulting in a capstone project.
- Support GFED and its partners in providing technical assistance to emerging green banks in EMDEs by preparing materials such as presentations and memos.
- Help plan international engagements and events.
- Produce ad hoc materials supporting NRDC’s green finance advocacy efforts.
Benefits
- Paid internship with a $10,000 stipend, paid biweekly over the assignment.
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