Policy engagement and communications – LeadIT

Introduction

We are looking for a creative intern who is passionate about climate action, sustainability, consumption and environmental solutions. Do you want to gain hands-on experience in international climate and sustainability communications? Join the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) Communications and Impact division as an intern.

The division works with researchers and policy fellows across SEI’s eight global centres to make SEI’s work more widely known, influential and implemented. We collaborate closely with external partners and stakeholders to translate research into usable knowledge and increase the impact of SEI’s research and engagement.

About The Internship

This internship offers the opportunity to work with the Secretariat for the Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT), which is hosted by SEI. LeadIT brings together governments, businesses and research organizations to accelerate the transition of high-emitting industries, such as steel, cement and heavy transport, towards alignment with the Paris Agreement and net-zero emissions. It was the first high-level initiative to take on this work and was set up by the governments of Sweden and India at the request of the UN Secretary-General in 2019.

LeadIT works at the intersection of policy, technology and business cooperation. You will gain real experience with a global climate initiative and exposure to senior policymakers, industry leaders and researchers working on industry decarbonization topics. This internship offers an opportunity to work as part of an international team to create engaging content, strengthen digital communications and help amplify LeadIT’s work and impact around the world. Tasks include producing impactful stories in a variety of formats; crafting engaging feature articles and social media posts; producing and editing videos; and creating eye-catching infographics, explainers and templates. You will also provide creative input on visuals and social media strategy. This internship can also be part of your thesis work.

We are looking for a person who is studying political science, economics, international development, journalism, communications or similar, with a focus on climate change, environment and/or sustainable development. Your writing, visual and persuasion skills are strong, and you can explain complex or technical subjects in accessible formats for different audiences. You are willing to work in a collaborative international environment and have a natural ability to coordinate and drive tasks forward.

Skills And Experience

Student currently undertaking a master’s programWritten and spoken fluency in EnglishStrong writing skills and the ability to adapt for different audiences (researchers, policymakers, business, public)Proficiency in Microsoft OfficeStrong analytical, organizational and time management skillsFamiliarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Bluesky, etc.) and digital engagement strategiesCollaborative mindset and ability to work as part of international, multi-disciplinary teamsExperience with content management systems (CMS) for websites is a plus

How to apply

We review applications on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible, and no later than 1 November, 2026 at 23:59 Stockholm time.

Applications should be written in English and include a short CV and a cover letter (maximum one page).

Please include

A cover letter addressing:what you would like to do and learn during your internship and your strengths related to the rolehow the internship relates to your studies and future plansA CV, including one reference (name, affiliation and contact details) About the internship process

Before applying, please review SEI HQ’s internship requirements. Our internships form part of students’ academic studies and require external funding and insurance.

https://www.sei.org/people/jobs/internships-stockholm-hq/

Location

The internship is based at SEI HQ in Stockholm. An in-person internship involving office visits two to three times per week is preferred.

Questions?

For questions regarding the engagement and research aims of the internship, please contact:

Jane Birch, Senior Communications and Impact Officer, [email protected]

For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Filippa Klintberg, HR Specialist, [email protected] .

Meet the team

https://www.sei.org/centres/headquarters/research-areas/cities-communities-consumption/ https://www.sei.org/perspectives/more-equitable-climate-action/ https://www.sei.org/projects/leadership-group-for-industry-transition-leadit/#sei-team

About SEI

Stockholm Environment Institute is an international non-profit research institute that tackles climate, environment and sustainable development challenges.

We empower partners to meet these challenges through cutting-edge research, knowledge, tools and capacity building. Scientific quality and integrity are foundations of our work. Partnership is at the heart of our approach, leading to change that lasts.

Our work connects science to policy and practice, aiming to drive tangible impacts. It spans climate change, natural resources, water, air, and health, and addresses questions of governance, innovation, finance, poverty, gender equality and social equity.

We are committed to transparency and full disclosure of our funding. The Government of Sweden is our largest funder, and we also receive funds from a range of public research funders, philanthropic foundations, bilateral and multilateral development agencies, governments, NGOs and other partners.

Through SEI’s HQ and seven centres around the world, we engage with policy, practice and development action for a sustainable, prosperous future for all.

sustainability science as well?