Foundation for Environmental Education
Job Title: Education Programmes Intern (LEAF & YRE), 4-6 months, unpaid
Starting: 15 February 2027
Would you like to help young people and educators take action for the environment? Are you motivated by data-driven communication, youth-focused education, and contributing to projects with real-world impact?
The Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) is seeking an Education Programmes Intern (LEAF & YRE) to assist with the development of high-quality educational resources, strengthen our digital presence, and support our global FEE network. In this internship, you’ll build competencies in communication, storytelling, stakeholder engagement, and applied sustainability practices.
As our LEAF & YRE Intern, you will help educators connect learners with nature through outdoor learning and encourage young people to investigate environmental issues, raise awareness, and inspire positive change through impactful environmental reporting and creative storytelling.
Your main work will be with Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE), focusing on strengthening youth leadership and engagement opportunities, developing educational and communication resources, and supporting the coordination of the YRE International Competition.
You will also help showcase young people's environmental reporting and storytelling through the YRE Virtual Gallery and other international communication channels.
ABOUT FEE
The Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) is one of the world’s largest environmental education organisations, with members in over 85 countries. Through our global network and our six programmes: Blue Flag, Green Key, Eco-Campus, Eco-Schools, Learning about Ecosystems & Forests (LEAF), and Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE), we empower people to take meaningful environmental action and promote Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
The Foundation for Environmental Education’s Head Office is based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and currently brings together individuals from a diverse range of nationalities and backgrounds.
FEE is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, inclusion, and environmental justice within our network and in all our communications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As an intern, you will be part of our dynamic team and contribute to a variety of projects and activities. Depending on your profile and interests, your responsibilities may include:
Support the design and development of educational materials, infographics, presentations, and other visual resources.
Contribute to storytelling around greening education by creating engaging social media content and ensuring consistent messaging and branding across FEE platforms.
Assist with visual content creation and website updates.
Participate in the delivery of workshops, webinars, and educational events.
Collaborate and communicate with international stakeholders across FEE's network.
Help monitor and track the outreach, participation, and impact of programme activities and campaigns.
Support ongoing research and projects related to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
NECESSARY SKILLS
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Education, Social Sciences, Communications, International Development, Journalism or a related field.
Strong interest in environmental education and international non-profit work.
Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
Experience in developing communication materials (e.g. newsletter, articles, brochure) and visual resources (e.g. social media graphics, infographics, and illustrations). This can include work developed through your studies, volunteering or personal projects.
Experience with Canva is required.
Familiarity with social media platforms, digital communication, and content creation.
Organised, proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
DESIRABLE SKILLS
Familiarity with website management and digital learning platforms.
Experience with 3D programming platforms, such as MetaSteps.
Experience in developing educational resources, learning materials and creating engaging digital content.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Previous experience working or volunteering with international non-profit organisations.
What you get in return:
At FEE, you’ll be learning from a global team committed to addressing some of today’s biggest environmental challenges. As a part of the Education team, you’ll have room to take initiative and bring your ideas to life. This internship offers a great learning experience in Education for Sustainable Development.
Learning Opportunities: Engage yourself in important topics and gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment.
Guidance and Mentorship: Receive valuable feedback and advice from our team of professionals.
Networking Exposure: Expand your professional network for future opportunities.
Meaningful Contribution: Be part of initiatives that create positive change.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Ready to embark on this enriching journey?
Please submit:
Your CV
A short motivation letter
A sample of work you are particularly proud of. This could be a piece of writing, an educational resource, a visual design or another relevant project from your studies, volunteering or personal interests
Application deadline: 8 November 2026
Selection process
Submit your application through this form.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview via Teams/Zoom.
Successful candidates will be contacted following the interview process.
We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and nationalities, both from within and beyond the FEE network.
For questions about the internship, please contact recruitment@fee.global and include "Internship" in the subject line.
Internship terms and conditions
Unpaid internship for a duration of a minimum of four months. It is encouraged that the internship is part of the internship requirements for students, but it can also be part of a post-studies internship.
The intern will have to work 35 hours a week, including a 30 min lunch break.
We are looking for someone that can start on 15 February 2027 and preferably stay until mid-August 2027.
English is the official language at the FEE Head Office.
The intern is an EU/EEA/Nordic citizen or have a valid work permit in Denmark.
The intern will be working 50/50 from home and the FEE Head Office.
The intern will need a social security number in Denmark (which means that the applicant must provide proof to the government that they have enough financial funds to sustain themselves (see: New to Denmark – EU Self-support).
The intern must inform FEE about existing holiday plans in the internship period during the interview. Holidays during the internship are confirmed by the intern’s supervisor and should be announced two weeks in advance.
We value equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage all applicants with a matching profile to apply for the position.