Introduction

Rainforest Partnership partnered with IFSA in January 2025 to offer a limited number of internships annually for IFSA members. In addition to participating in meaningful projects with our global team, interns will help amplify engagement, events, and messaging around World Rainforest Day, a global initiative founded by Rainforest Partnership. Interns are encouraged to activate their IFSA Chapters, universities, and communities to join the movement.

We know IFSA members bring a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences, and passions. Whenever possible, we tailor internship responsibilities to align with your curriculum and career goals. Students of all levels and identities are encouraged to apply.

We established this collaboration because we believe in preparing the next generation of leaders in rainforest and biodiversity preservation. Rainforest Partnership offers interns real-world learning opportunities on-the-ground and on global stages—and we are proud to grow this program for IFSA members.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• These internships are exclusively available to IFSA Members.

• All positions are 100% remote and unpaid.

• Upon successful completion, interns receive a Certificate of Completion signed by Rainforest Partnership and IFSA.

• Internship period: September 29 – December 2025, with the possibility to extend through July 1, 2026.

• Open to currently enrolled undergraduate, graduate, or PhD students (including those graduating during the internship period).

• Please communicate any curriculum requirements (e.g., specific reports or skills) during the application process.
  Interns will attend an onboarding session with Rainforest Partnership and IFSA.

• Interns must attend bi-weekly check-in meetings throughout the program.

• A final report to IFSA is required at the end of the internship.

INTERNSHIP ROLES FOR 2025–2026

TRII Index Analyst – Research + Scoring (1 Available)
Support the ongoing development and refinement of the Tropical Rainforest Impact Index (TRII), Rainforest Partnership’s impact measurement tool. You’ll assist in compiling, analyzing, and scoring data related to rainforest protection, biodiversity, and local community engagement across key sites in the Amazon and beyond.

Standard Track Schedule:

• Weeks 1–2: Learn the TRII framework and indicators. Set your focus area with the team.

• Weeks 3–4: Begin initial research and score assessments for selected areas or indicators.

• Weeks 5–8: Deepen research and refine scoring logic; identify strengths, gaps, or inconsistencies in current data.

• Weeks 9–10: Draft and validate scoring reports with support from Rainforest Partnership staff.

• Week 11: Finalize all assessments and submit summary materials.

• Week 12: Submit final deliverables, including recommended improvements or visualizations for the Index.

Non-Standard Track:
Propose a creative approach or custom research question related to the Index by end of Week 1. Support will be provided to explore new applications or visual storytelling methods for TRII data.

Impact Events Researcher + Assistant (1 Available)
Contribute to the planning and preparation of global events with a strong rainforest impact lens. You will support partner outreach, research potential venues and collaborators, and assist in conceptual and logistical planning of upcoming Rainforest Partnership events—including World Rainforest Day 2026 and major pre-COP30 activities.

Schedule:

• Weeks 1–2: Onboard to our events calendar and learn from past activations. Identify an event to support.

• Weeks 3–4: Conduct research on speakers, venues, partners, and aligned climate gatherings.

• Weeks 5–8: Help create planning tools, draft outreach emails, and compile reference documents.

• Weeks 9–10: Support communications planning and initial outreach.

• Week 11: Finalize logistics or briefings and assist with promotional prep.

• Week 12: Deliver your final contribution and recommendations for next phases.

WORLD RAINFOREST DAY (June 22)
Interns in any role will have the opportunity to contribute to our global World Rainforest Day campaign.

You may support:

• Campaign + event development

• Community outreach

• Social media (video/photo editing, copywriting, monitoring)

• Digital media kit (copy, graphics, translation)

• Blogs + educational content

• Event planning (invitations, coordination, materials)

• Activating your own community for World Rainforest Day

• Amplifying the IFSA x Rainforest Partnership collaboration

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Strong written + verbal communication in English

• Good internet and access to a PC/laptop/tablet

• Availability of 10–15 hrs/week

• Reliable, communicative, resourceful, positive team player

• Culturally sensitive and collaborative

• Self-starter with passion for rainforest protection

• Bonus: Spanish fluency (written + spoken)

BENEFITS

• Certificate of Completion

• Build practical skills in a mission-driven global team

• Contribute to real rainforest impact alongside Indigenous and local partners

• Flexible remote format

• High-energy, positive, and collaborative work culture

• While unpaid, your work will meaningfully support real projects and global awareness

LEARN MORE
Contacts:

Theresa Loch, IFSA President – president@ifsa.net

Rizka Afif, IFSA External Council – external.councilor@ifsa.net

We look forward to reviewing your application!

Apply using the link below