Summer Internships in Climate and Sustainability
Harvard opportunities
If you are a Harvard College Student be sure to review the College’s Summer Funding Policy.
Salata Institute Interns
The Salata Institute is seeking two summer interns: a project intern (Job ID: 21296) and a web and email intern (Job ID: 21295). More information can be found on the Student Employment Office Jobs Database.
Harvard Climate Internship Program
Apply ASAP – Applications being accepted on rolling basis while funds remain
The Harvard Climate Internship Program (HCIP) is a university-wide program supporting graduate students who work in a climate policy-oriented summer internship. Recipients may receive up to $7,000, plus mentoring and an opportunity to participate in programming with policy practitioners and Harvard faculty.
FXB Climate Change intern
FXB is seeking two FXB Climate Change interns to contribute to the overall success and impact of FXB’s global climate change work while gaining valuable experience and skills in environmental sustainability and social development. Key responsibilities include research and analysis, program support, monitoring and evaluation, collaboration and networking. The internship is fully virtual and offers a $1500 stipend for 8-weeks.
Priscilla Chan Summer Service Stipend
The stipend provides funding for students who receive need-based aid for college and have secured an unpaid summer internship or fellowship in public service! Students will receive a $6,000 base stipend and can request an additional $1,000.
Harvard Clubs Summer Community Service Fellowship Program
The Harvard Clubs Summer Community Service Fellowship (SCSF) Program supports Harvard undergraduates seeking to work on public service projects in one of several communities across the country. Stipends range from $4,000 to $6,000 per award.
Summer Federal Work-Study Program for Public Service
Students can earn up to $5,500 for summer service working in the U.S.; students must be U.S. citizens to be eligible for federal work-study funding.
Institute of Politics Senior Start-Up Stipend
This program is intended for all graduating seniors who are pursuing a full-time post-graduation role in politics or public service.
Women in Public Policy Program Summer Internship Program
The Women and Public Policy Program (WAPPP) provides stipends to Harvard graduate students for field placements that focus on closing gender gaps.
Other Opportunities:
- Summer Naturalist, Catalina Island Conservancy
- Paid Summer Internships – World Wildlife Fund BRIDGE Program
- Cleantech Venture Investments Fellow, Massachusetts Clean Energy Center
- Go To Market Intern, Revvit
- Product Management Intern, CarbonSense
- Marketing and Operations Intern, CarbonSense
- Event Planning and Execution Intern, CarbonSense
- Business Development Intern, CarbonSense
- 2024/2025 Sustainability Reports Research Analyst Internship, Net Impact
- DigiComms Fellowship, Climate Action Campaign
- Government Affairs Summer Fellowship, Climate Action Campaign
- Climate Tech LaunchPad, Dream.org
Other resources
Summer Opportunities for HKS students