Young Leaders Program to Cultivate Next Generation of Adaptation Professionals
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s part of its commitment to build on, improve, and deliver breakthrough climate adaptation solutions, the Global Center on Adaptation has announced a Young Leaders Program for university students from all regions of the world who are enrolled in a full-time graduate study program, (pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. degree). Fostering synergies between original and applied research is one of the overarching objectives of the internship program.
This new internship program allows students to bring new perspectives, innovative ideas, and the latest research experience into the work of the Global Center and improve their skills while working in a diverse environment. Students will conduct their work for a period of three months at the Global Center’s Netherlands offices, either via term 1 running January 15 – April 15, 2019 or term 2 running May 15- August 15, 2019.
Interns will be selected based on a competitive process via an application process. Applications for both terms are now being accepted and can be requested by emailing Shu Liang: shu.liang@gca.org
“We are working to identify what new adaptation actions are needed and what must be done differently to secure our future,” said Patrick V. Verkooijen, Chief Executive Officer of the Global Center. “The Young Leaders program is integral to that. It will provide an opportunity for advanced students to engage with and contribute knowledge to the work of the Global Center, especially our mission to advance bold actions to accelerate adaptation.”
Ban Ki-moon, 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations and Chairman of the Board of the Global Center on Adaptation said “Protecting the planet and ensuring prosperity for all is the responsibility of all of us, but particularly the next generations of global citizens. The Global Center’s Young Leaders program provides an important opportunity for future leaders to engage with us and help accelerate the adaptation solutions the world so urgently needs.”
Jouke de Vries, President of the University of Groningen, which, along with the City of Groningen and Hanze University of Applied Sciences, is a host of the Global Center’s Groningen office said, “The Global Center’s Young Leaders program will empower the students of today to become the climate leaders of tomorrow. Our students have an important role to play in accelerating climate adaptation, helping to create a more climate resilient future for all of us.”
“It is imperative that current and future leaders from the public and private sectors work together to accelerate climate adaptation,” said Feike Sijbesma, Chief Executive Officer of Royal DSM. “Students selected for the Young Leaders program will be given the opportunity to have more impact than ever before.”
Young Leaders Program Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for an internship, candidates must have an undergraduate degree and be enrolled in a full-time graduate study program (pursuing a Naster’s or Ph.D.’s degree with plans to return to school full-time). Fluency in English is required. Additional knowledge of other languages such as French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, and/or Chinese is preferable. Skills such as social competences and computing skills are advantageous.
We value diversity in our workplace, and encourage all qualified individuals, particularly women, with diverse professional and academic backgrounds to apply. Our aim is to attract and recruit the best talent from all regions, including developing countries.
Additional Information
The Internship Program seeks candidates in the following fields: economics, finance, human development (public health, education, nutrition, population), social sciences (anthropology, sociology), agriculture, environment, engineering, geography., law, social psychology and planning, natural resources management, private sector development, and other related fields.
Selected interns will work from the both the Groningen and Rotterdam office of the Global Center on Adaptation. Interns will be paid on an hourly basis for hours worked. The salary is determined by a market comparison based on education and work experience. Interns are responsible for their own living accommodations, insurance and visa.
Application Process: To request an application, email Shu Liang: shu.liang@gca.org
Applicants will be asked to provide the following documents:
- Statement of Interest
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of Enrollment in a graduate degree
- Letter of recommendation of a university professor
