Green Climate Fund (GCF) Internship 2026 in South Korea – Fully Funded Opportunity
Applications are now open for the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Internship Program 2026, a prestigious fully funded international internship for talented students and recent graduates interested in climate change, sustainability, and global development. This opportunity is hosted at the GCF Headquarters in Songdo, Incheon City, Republic of Korea, and offers hands-on experience in one of the world’s leading climate finance institutions.
The internship program runs for six months, beginning in March 2026, and is open to Master’s and PhD students or recent graduates from around the world. Selected candidates will benefit from a generous financial package covering monthly stipend, health insurance, and international travel costs. Notably, no application fee is required.
Program Overview
- Host Organization: Green Climate Fund (GCF)
- Host Country: South Korea
- Location: Songdo, Incheon City
- Program Duration: 6 Months
- Start Date: March 2026
- Program Type: Internship
- Funding Type: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: 3 January 2026
Financial Benefits
Successful interns will receive a comprehensive financial package that includes:
- Monthly stipend of USD 1,600 (net)
- Round-trip international airfare (for candidates traveling from outside South Korea)
- Global health insurance coverage
- Professional exposure at a leading international climate institution
This support ensures interns can focus fully on learning, professional growth, and contributing to climate action initiatives.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be currently enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program, or be a recent graduate of such a program
- Academic background must be relevant to the work of the Green Climate Fund
- Demonstrate excellent proficiency in English
- Be proficient in standard computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Access
- Strong interest in climate finance, sustainability, and international development
Applications from women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
Available Internship Departments
Interns may be placed in a wide range of departments, including but not limited to:
- Readiness and Project Preparation Facility (PPF)
- Department of Strategy, Policy and Innovation
- Department of Africa Region
- Department of Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East
- Sustainability and Inclusion
- Finance and Accounting
- Science & Data
- Evaluation
- Communications and Outreach
- Partnerships and Resource Mobilization
- Office of the Executive Director
- Information Technology (IT)
- Procurement and Corporate Services
- Operational Risk, Control, and Excellence
- Independent Integrity Unit
- Office of the General Counsel (Public, Private, and Institutional Teams)
This diversity allows interns to gain experience aligned with their academic background and career goals.
How to Apply
Interested candidates must submit their applications online through the official Green Climate Fund website. The application process is straightforward and does not require any application fee.
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APPLY FOR THE GCF INTERNSHIP
Applicants are advised to apply early and ensure all required information is accurately completed before the deadline.
Why Apply for the GCF Internship?
- Gain international work experience at a global climate finance institution
- Work alongside experts shaping climate policies and sustainable development
- Receive full financial support throughout the internship
- Enhance career prospects in climate change, development, and international organizations
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