The UNEP FI Secretariat works across the banking, insurance and investment industries and cross-cutting workstreams which focus on developing and rolling out practical approaches to addressing challenges and mainstreaming solutions in areas including responding to climate change, financing nature-based solutions, tackling pollution & boosting the circular economy, financing the UN Sustainable Development Goals and promoting human rights.
UNEP FI recruits talented staff and consultants and runs an ongoing internship programme to assist its Secretariat both in Geneva, Switzerland and worldwide. UNEP FI also issues requests for proposals on an ad hoc basis according to its work programme requirements. All positions including internships are also advertised on the UN’s career website here.
Read more about the organization here, and browse the career opportunities to find out how you can get involved in building a sustainable global financial industry!
Internships
- Administration: UNEP FI’s Administration team is looking for 3 interns to support the UNEP FI Secretariat. The candidates should have strong administrative skills, and a sound knowledge of the field of Human Resources. Excellent research, communication and writing skills in English, as well as a high degree of motivation and self-organization are required. Learn more and apply by 28 April.
- Academic Outreach: UNEP FI is seeking an intern to support work across its Climate, Nature, Banking, Insurance, and Policy & Regulation programmes, helping to embed academic insights into real-world financial solutions. From tracking how our work is cited in academic literature to mapping evolving research trends in areas such as biodiversity finance, transition risk, and blended finance, this role is ideal for someone passionate about research, sustainability, and creating systems-level impact. Learn more and apply by 29 April.