Intern- Tracking workstream

Location: London UK

Reports to: CPI Analyst

Contract: Full time 40 hours per week, fixed term contract (2-3 months)

Salary: 14.80 GBP/per hour

Internship period: May – September 2026.

ABOUT CPI

With deep expertise in finance and policy, CPI is an analysis and advisory organization that works to improve the most important energy and land use practices around the world. Our mission is to help governments, businesses, and financial institutions drive economic growth while addressing climate change. CPI has eight offices around the world in Austria, Brazil, India, Indonesia, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

CPI is a known leader in tracking sustainable investment trends, identifying innovative business models, and supporting the solutions that can drive a transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy. We are unique in our focus on finance, our ability to get the right people to the table, and our analytical rigor

Our Climate Finance Tracking Program is seeking talented and skilled individuals to support teams in developing high-quality and actionable research and policy analysis. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work with a world-recognized team on cutting edge analytical projects that support policy frameworks and investments to drive the transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient world. Examples of projects under this program which will require intern involvement include the Global Landscape of Climate Finance, Global Landscape of Energy Transition Finance, Top-down Climate Finance Needs, Bottom-up Climate Finance Needs, and The State of Global Air Quality Funding.

ABOUT YOU

• You are pursuing, or have recently completed, a degree in a relevant field (e.g. engineering, economics, finance, public policy).

• A background in environment, economics, social and political studies, finance, accountancy, data sciences or engineering that lends a structured and systematic approach to problem-solving (other disciplines are also welcome).

• You possess a solution-oriented attitude, striving to find innovative and effective ways to address challenges.

• You have a working knowledge of issues in domestic and international climate policy.

• You have a passion for analysis and methods, utilizing rigorous approaches to gather insights and inform decisions.

• You have a precise, detail-oriented approach to research and data analysis.

• You have excellent writing skills and the ability to assist in producing and editing high-quality products.

• You are a proficient user of the MS Office suite, particularly Excel, and able to grasp new software quickly. Additional skills in coding (SQL, Python or others) are a plus.

• You are able to confidently manage large datasets, perform basic quantitative analysis and spot errors and irregularities.

• You have outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including fluency in English.

• You are adaptable and professional at all times, with enthusiasm for working as part of a team and an ability to interact with a diverse array of people.

To apply

Click on this link to submit an application for an internship. As part of your application please attach your CV and a cover letter describing your relevant expertise and skills, any interest in particular CPI projects and stating your availability.

Timeline

Application deadline: Monday 13th April.

Application review: by Thursday 16th April

UK interviews: from Wednesday 22nd April

Earliest start date UK: Monday 11th May

Please note:

We are looking to take on 2-3 interns based in the UK to be available up to 3 months within the period between May-September. This position is based out of our office in London, and cannot be completed remotely. Attendance at the office is required minimum twice per week for this position.

We favour applicants who are available for at least three months though we offer some flexibility both in length and start dates.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Applicants must be eligible to work and already located in the UK – we are unable to offer any visa sponsorship for this role due to the short-term nature.

Climate Policy Initiative is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and we are working to embed these critical values across every facet of our organisation. We seek to establish a working environment where all board members, staff, volunteers, and contractors feel respected and valued regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation or identity, disability, education, or any other bias. We want to create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are openly valued as critical to the success of our organization and the achievement of our mission and vision.

If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.