Biodiversity Finance Intern

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a motivated intern to support its Biodiversity Finance Working Group. The role will contribute to research, analysis and coordination activities aimed at closing the global biodiversity finance gap.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct methodological research on nature‑finance metrics, indicators and data sources.
• Monitor academic publications and prepare concise highlights for the Working Group.
• Assist the GEF Biodiversity Task Manager in drafting presentations, briefing notes and speaking points.
• Provide administrative and communication support, including scheduling meetings, sharing documents, maintaining the Working Group’s intranet page and taking minutes.
• Liaise with internal and external partners as required.

Required profile

• Strong interest in United Nations work and commitment to the UN Charter.
• Ability to interact respectfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Enthusiasm for biodiversity and finance topics.

Required skills

What we offer

• Unpaid internship (35‑40 hours per week) for a duration of six months.
• Opportunity to work in Geneva with UNEP staff and international experts.
• Experience in biodiversity finance and exposure to global environmental policy.