IRENA Internship Programme
Who can apply
- Final-year undergraduate, Master's or PhD students in a related field, or recent graduates (start usually within one year of finishing).
- Fields include renewable energy, engineering, environmental science, economics, international relations, IT and communications.
- Excellent English (Arabic, French or Spanish can help); open to all nationalities, including Pakistan.
- IRENA strongly encourages women to apply.
What you will do
- Support IRENA's renewable energy work through research, data analysis, policy or communications.
- Contribute to global energy-transition projects and reports.
- Work full-time at the duty station under a supervisor.
Perks and benefits
- Monthly stipend plus an accommodation allowance.
- Round-trip travel for interns recruited from outside the duty station.
- A certificate of completion and exposure to international energy policy.
- Networking with experts from developed and developing countries.
How to apply
- Visit the IRENA careers platform and open the internship listings.
- Review the eligibility for a specific vacancy.
- Upload your CV and cover letter and submit online before the deadline.
- Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.
Frequently asked questions
Is IRENA Internship Programme paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Funded (about US$1,200 per month in Abu Dhabi or EUR 900 in Bonn, plus an accommodation allowance and round-trip travel for interns who live beyond commuting distance) Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does IRENA Internship Programme last? +
The listed duration is About 6 months (extendable up to 9 months on performance).
When is the application deadline? +
This listing has a rolling; deadlines vary by vacancy posted on the irena careers platform deadline, meaning applications are reviewed as they arrive rather than by a fixed date. Check the official page for any cycle-specific cutoffs.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Final-year undergraduate, Master's or PhD students in a related field, or recent graduates (start usually within one year of finishing); Fields include renewable energy, engineering, environmental science, economics, international relations, IT and communications; Excellent Engl… See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
