UNDP Climate and Energy Internship 2026 in Italy or Home-Based: Six-Month Opportunity with Monthly Stipend

Overview

The United Nations Development Programme Climate and Energy Internship 2026 offers a six-month, full-time opportunity through the UNDP Rome Centre for Climate Action and Energy Transition. Selected interns assist with research, project coordination, investment facilitation, communications, and administrative tasks across the Centre's climate and energy portfolio. Participants can complete the internship either office-based in Rome, Italy, or through a home-based arrangement.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to eligible undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and recent graduates. It is especially suited for individuals studying public policy, political science, environmental science, climate policy, energy studies, international relations, economics, engineering, marketing, and related academic disciplines. Applicants must specify their preferred working arrangement, availability period, and location of residence during the term in their application.

Requirements

Candidates are required to have proficiency in the English language, while knowledge of Italian serves as a desired asset. Applicants must indicate their location of residence, availability dates, and whether they prefer an office-based or home-based setting when submitting their materials.

What you get

Selected interns gain professional exposure to climate policy, project preparation, investment facilitation, and international development finance by