CEB Sustainability and Climate Change Internship 2027 in Paris (€1,800 Monthly)

The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) is recruiting an Environmental and Social Sustainability – Climate Change Intern in Paris, France. This six-month internship offers practical experience in environmental and social safeguards, climate risk assessment and sustainable development finance.

Apply before midnight Paris time on 11 November 2026. The internship is expected to start in February 2027.

Internship overview

• Organisation: Council of Europe Development Bank.
• Location: Paris, France.
• Duration: Six months.
• Start: February 2027, with some flexibility to accommodate academic requirements.
• Allowance: €1,800 per month.
• Eligibility: Nationals of CEB member states who meet the academic and language requirements.

What will you do?

The intern will join the Environmental and Social Sustainability Unit within the Technical Assessment & Monitoring Directorate, reporting to the Head of Unit and working with technical advisers.

• Support environmental and social due diligence for projects proposed for CEB financing.
• Screen potential risks and impacts, prepare questionnaires and review borrowers’ responses and relevant legislation.
• Help draft due diligence assessments, risk categories and proposed requirements.
• Assess climate risks, mitigation and adaptation opportunities, and alignment with the Paris Agreement.
• Contribute to technical assistance activities and tools for assessing and monitoring project sustainability.

Academic and skills requirements

• Currently in the final academic year of higher education, or graduated within the past 24 months; a master’s level qualification or equivalent is preferred.
• Relevant studies such as social studies, political science, community development, planning, applied economics or environmental science.
• Strong analysis, communication and concise technical writing skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities, meet deadlines and collaborate in a multicultural team.

Courses in climate risks and resilience are an advantage. Professional work experience is not required, although relevant experience is beneficial.

Language and nationality eligibility

Applicants need an excellent written and spoken command of English or French. Working knowledge of the other language is desirable.

You must be a citizen of a CEB member state. Check the official member-country list before applying; this internship is not open to applicants of every nationality.

Allowance and conditions

The €1,800 monthly flat-rate allowance contributes towards living expenses, public transport and accommodation. Travel expenses and other costs are not covered by the Bank. An internship does not confer CEB staff status or an entitlement to later employment.

How to apply

Submit your application in English or French through the CEB online recruitment system. Review the complete vacancy requirements and follow the application portal’s instructions.

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Application deadline

Applications must be submitted before midnight Paris time on 11 November 2026. Prepare your application early to allow time to complete the recruitment system’s steps.