2027 Internship Inquiry

Mission: Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell Climate) conducts science for solutions at the nexus of climate, people, and nature. We partner with leaders and communities for just meaningful impact to address the climate crisis. Woodwell Climate is a rapidly growing, top-ranked, independent non-profit climate research institute whose mission is to advance science-based climate policies through scientific research and outreach.

Our world-leading research helps individuals, organizations, corporations, communities, and nations understand the realities of climate change, recognize the impact on our planet, and embrace the urgent action needed to safeguard the future of life on Earth. Intern Summary: The Woodwell Climate Research Center 2027 Summer Internship Program provides a comprehensive 11-week, hands-on learning experience in Falmouth, MA, offering speaker events with senior leadership and professional networking opportunities across operations and science departments. Key Program Details Compensation: Minimum wage $15.00 per hour (temporary, non-exempt) or equivelant Work Schedule: Full-time (typically 40 hours/week, Monday–Friday).

Duration: 11 weeks (maximum 90 days), starting June 2027. Work Formats: Onsite, hybrid, and remote options available. Participating Departments Operations Teams: Human Resources, Finance (Accounting, Sponsored Research, Grants & Contracts), Development (Fundraising), Policy and Government Relations, and Marketing & Communications.

Science & Research Teams: Carbon, Water, Arctic, Wildfire, Lab, Field, and general research opportunities. Application Instructions To express your interest and receive notifications for official 2027 postings, submit your inquirey directly through the link provided. Prepare Documents: Update your resume and draft a tailored cover letter.

Specify Placement: Clearly highlight the exact department or internship type you are seeking in your cover letter. Submit Inquiry: Attach both documents to the general intern inquiry posting to be added to the notification list. Please visit Woodwell's website to learn more about Woodwell’s work.

Located on a 10-acre campus near the village of Woods Hole, the Woodwell Climate Research Center (Woodwell) is a private, non-profit research center. Woodwell is a leading source of climate science that drives the urgent action needed to solve climate change. Woodwell has 100+ staff members and is excited to welcome new employees to this work.

Woodwell is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information. Woodwell is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.