Circular Economy Research Internship (UN & EU Horizon Europe Projects)

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Offer Description: About Circular Innovation Lab Circular Innovation Lab (CIL) is a Danish think tank accelerating the global transition to a circular economy. Founded by former experts from the United Nations and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, with offices in Copenhagen and New Delhi, we design strategic, interdisciplinary solutions that help governments, businesses and cities shift towards circularity. We work with national governments, UN agencies (UNEP, UNDP, UNIDO, FAO) and international organisations, and we are a research partner in EU Horizon Europe consortia. Recent work includes supporting the Government of Viet Nam on its National Action Plan on Circular Economy to 2035. Our expertise includes: National Circular Economy Roadmaps Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policy design Hazardous chemicals in supply chains and green chemistry Critical raw materials and Digital Product Passports Plastics, textiles, electronics, construction, food and AI Consulting, training, research and technical assistance Learn more: www.circularinnovationlab.com About the Internship This internship lets you contribute directly to live research for United Nations agencies and EU-funded Horizon Europe projects, while building real experience in sustainability research, policy analysis and thought leadership. You will work alongside experts with UN and international think-tank backgrounds, on work that ends up in front of governments and policymakers. As a Circular Economy Research Intern, your responsibilities may include: Contributing research and analysis to EU Horizon Europe research projects: literature reviews, stakeholder mapping, exploitation and impact planning, and deliverable drafting Supporting UN-affiliated circular economy projects across Asia, Europe and beyond Tracking EU and global policy (ESPR, Digital Product Passport, Critical Raw Materials Act, EPR schemes) and explaining what it means in practice Drafting policy briefs, insight articles and thought-leadership pieces Supporting research for white papers and publications on Circular Press Publishing your work under your own name on our website and social channels Helping prepare workshops, webinars and stakeholder consultations with partners across Europe and Asia Collaborating with a diverse, global team of sustainability professionals Work Style & Commitment This is a full-time internship. We understand some applicants are still studying, and for strong candidates we are open to a flexible arrangement that lets you balance your studies with a meaningful contribution to our projects. We are looking for people who are self-driven and proactive, highly motivated and eager to learn, comfortable working with minimal micromanagement, good at managing their own time and meeting deadlines, and passionate about the circular economy and sustainability. Our team runs on trust, autonomy and responsibility. Practical Details Start date: As soon as possible (rolling) Duration: 6 months Location: Remote / Hybrid (Copenhagen) Remuneration: Unpaid internship Requirements: Research Field Environmental science Education Level Bachelor Degree or equivalent Skills/Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree (completed or in progress) in sustainability, environmental studies, economics, public policy, engineering or a related field Strong written and spoken English Genuine and sustained interest in the circular economy and global sustainability Analytical, detail-oriented and committed to high-quality research Specific Requirements Ability to commit to the full 6-month internship 1–2 writing samples in English (mandatory for consideration) Desirable: familiarity with EU environmental policy or EU-funded research programmes; experience in research, writing or academic work; additional European or Asian languages Only applicants who meet the essential criteria will be considered. Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent Research Field Environmental science Years of Research Experience None Add

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Source: euraxess.ec.europa.eu