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Welcome to Green Jobs Rising!

In one of our earlier newsletters, we explored the challenges of landing remote sustainability jobs in Africa, what’s not working and what you can do to improve your chances.

Today, we're highlighting real opportunities that can help you build skills, gain experience, and position yourself for remote roles in the sustainability space.

1. SEI Africa: Research internship

   The SEI Africa internship programme offers a unique learning opportunity for postgraduate (MSc and PhD) students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds.

   It’s designed to build capacity in the fields of environment and development, aligned with SEI’s thematic focus areas.

   Interns gain practical experience and insight into SEI’s work through training, research, and field exposure.

2. Clean energy & sustainability internships – Cape Town (VACorps)
   These internships offer exposure to clean energy and sustainability challenges in South Africa.

   Ideal for students and early-career professionals interested in energy access, climate resilience, and environmental justice.

3. 2025 Reach for Gold Social Impact Fellowship
   A transformative leadership and capacity-building program for young changemakers.

   Through mentorship, collaborative learning, and a capstone project, fellows develop the mindset and skills to drive sustainable change in their communities.

4. SDSN Youth Global membership program

   Join a global network of youth organisations working to localise and support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

   Members engage in education, policy advocacy, research, and project-based action.

5. Climatebase Fellowship – Cohort 8
   This 12-week career accelerator is for mission-driven individuals eager to work in climate.

   It includes expert talks, project work, and access to a vibrant global community of peers and mentors in the climate space.

   Each of these programs is a chance to build credibility, expand your network, and move closer to a career in sustainability, no matter where you're based.

 No time for fear. Who dey check am? We dey move - towards a greener future.