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The International Institute for Sustainable Finance (IISF) is a global center of excellence dedicated to advancing education, certification, and thought leadership in sustainable finance, climate risk, renewable energy, and sustainability strategy.


Through our internationally recognized programs, research, and publications, IISF empowers professionals, organizations, and policymakers to drive the transition toward a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable global economy.


Our mission is to shape the next generation of sustainability and finance leaders through world class learning, applied research, and global collaboration.


Location: Remote

Type: Non-paid Internship (with official certification and lifetime IISF membership and other benefits)

Duration: 8–12 weeks


Role Overview

As a Research Intern, Sustainable Finance you will play an active role in shaping IISF’s thought leadership and global knowledge outreach.


You’ll contribute to research driven articles, sustainability insights, and reports that advance the understanding and practice of sustainable finance worldwide.


This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain global exposure, develop your expertise in sustainability and finance, and see your work published under the IISF banner, recognised internationally across academia, industry, and policy networks.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct in depth research on sustainability, ESG, climate finance, impact investing, and related global topics.
  • Develop short articles, research briefs, and thought pieces for publication across IISF’s digital platforms.
  • Support the content and editorial team in creating engaging educational and awareness materials.
  • Analyze emerging trends, frameworks, and policies shaping the sustainability and finance landscape.
  • Collaborate with experts and editors to ensure clarity, accuracy, and global relevance of content.


Who Should Apply?

  • Students or recent graduates in Sustainability, Finance, Economics, Business, Environmental Policy, International Development, or related disciplines.
  • Strong research and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex ideas into accessible content.
  • Global mindset, curiosity, and passion for sustainability, climate change, and finance.
  • Self-driven, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to meaningful global work.


What You will Gain?

  • Global Exposure: Work on international sustainability and finance topics with real-world relevance.
  • Publication Credit: Your work may be published on IISF’s global platforms with full author recognition.
  • Official Certificate of Completion from the International Institute for Sustainable Finance.
  • Lifetime Membership of IISF, providing ongoing access to exclusive insights, events, global opportunities and special discounts on our academic courses and flagship CSFP certification.
  • Mentorship from IISF’s global faculty and sustainability experts.
  • Letter of Recommendation for outstanding contributions.


If you’re passionate about creating impact at the intersection of sustainability, finance, and innovation, this internship will help you build the foundation for a global career in sustainable development and finance.