At WWF’s Global Arctic Programme (GAP), we are working for a well-managed, biodiverse and resilient Arctic, supporting healthy viable populations of wild species and benefiting the well-being of people in the Arctic and beyond. To do this, we help bring forward new knowledge and science to support decision-makers, experts, and rights- and stakeholders. Much of the knowledge and data that we are working with is spatial, and often stems from technical studies and analyses. An important aspect is translating the results of these studies into information tailored to the knowledge needs and interests of specific groups.

We are looking for an intern for the spring of 2025 to help us translate scientific results into communicative texts and graphics, and to help us organize online outreach, including a crowdsourcing activity. We are looking for somebody interested in the Arctic, curious, well-organized, diligent, and flexible. During the internship, you will have the opportunity to be a part of, and learn about working with tasks ranging from background research and analysis, to proposing solutions, and implementing them. You will be part of a team of passionate Arctic conservation professionals.

The goal of the internship is to provide the intern with the opportunity to:

• Experience the daily work within the programme

• Increase the intern’s professional experience in science communication and public engagement

To achieve this goal, the intern shall:

• Help organize a crowdsourcing activity engaging a range of Arctic stakeholders including coastal Indigenous communities.

• Help translate technical scientific information into more easily digestible format (written and/or visual)

• Work independently, as well as in collaboration with the programme’s team

• Actively participate in the programme’s daily work and provide support on various tasks

Desirable qualifications

• Interest in Arctic topics

• Interest in science communication

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including written English skills

• Have studied relevant courses, preferably specialising in ecology

• Interest in public outreach and/or crowdsourcing

• Flexible to changing needs and priorities

• Problem-solving mindset and initiative

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Timescale

The internship will start in January/early 2025 and will last between 3 and 6 months. The internship is 38 hours per week.

Location

The WWF Global Arctic Programme is a regional team, with core team staff based in Stockholm, Sweden, and Oslo, Norway. Most work is done remotely, with the option to work at the office in Stockholm, and join a team retreat during the internship period. You will be part of a team with skilled employees in a stimulating, international environment.

Requirements for internship

To apply for an internship with WWF, you need to during the internship period be admitted to an internship course via an education establishment such as a university, college or vocational higher education college or be entitled to an internship via the Swedish Public Employment Service (Arbetsförmedlingen).

We do not offer any salary or compensation during the internship.

WWF Sweden’s internship programme

As an intern at WWF, you will be one of several interns within WWF Sweden’s internships programme. You will have the opportunity to learn more about and be inspired by other aspects of WWF’s work, and become part of a social, learning-oriented community with your fellow interns and WWF employees. You will have a supervisor who supports you, helps you to develop and wants you to try your hand at as much as possible in your field. Here you can read more about internships at WWF Sweden and take part in the experiences of previous interns.

The internship is based on our core values, which provide clear guidance for our approach to work and cooperation, both within our organisation and externally. Our core values consist of the following words: Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.

Application

This recruitment process will involve continuous selection which means we may call applicants to interview before the deadline for applications. We therefore ask you to send in your application as soon as possible, however no later than October 31^st 2024.

WWF Sweden works actively to ensure that everyone has the same opportunities and rights irrespective of age, ethnic or cultural background, gender identity and gender expression, religion/belief, sexual orientation or disability.

Contact

If you have any questions about the internship, please contact Ronja Wedegärtner, Project leader, ronja.wedegartner@wwf.se

Do you have general questions about internships at WWF Sweden? Contact Olivia af Rolén, HR-specialist, olivia.afrolen@wwf.se