Intern - Climate Action

Location:
New Delhi (Full time)

Position:
Intern Climate Action (3 months)

Last date of application
: 25Th September 2025

If you are passionate about climate action and eager to learn how youth-led organisations create impact, this internship is for you You will get hands-on experience in supporting the
Changelooms: Youth Leaders in Climate Action
programme during its search and selection phase.

About vartaLeap Coalition and ComMunity: The Youth Collective
ComMutiny stands for the first 'mutiny' within a young person that comes from working in communities which are different from oneself. We are a collective of more than 100+ youth led and youth engaging organizations and youth development practitioners who work directly with adolescents and young people. To leap beyond the demographic dividend, an enhanced systemic view to youth work and youth leadership is critical to address young peoples wellbeing and growth as well as current issues of inequality, conflict and ecological decline. With Ashoka Innovators for the Public, we initiated a series of strategic conversations, which have led to the formation of the vartaLeap Coalition - a cross sectoral grouping of 136+ (and growing) of youth engaging organisations from the development sector, government, media, educational institutions, and UN agencies, who seek to create a movement towards a new norm
Every Youth A Jagrik and Every Space Nurturing Jagriks
. We define Jagrik as a self-awakened citizen not only making change but also being the change. The purpose of the coalition is to design, pilot and scale youthcentric innovations and enable appropriate narrative shifts. To know more, log onto

About Changelooms:YLCA
Changelooms - Youth Leaders for Climate Action is specifically designed to empower young social entrepreneurs in advancing climate action through a "youth-centric-nourishing-now" approach. This program aims to foster climate-positive communities by encouraging initiatives that reduce carbon emissions or increase carbon capture. Following a successful pilot, the program is now ready to offer an extended, three-year journey to enable meaningful and sustained engagement for climate-focused entrepreneurs.

About Roles & Responsibilities:
As an
Intern Climate Action (Changelooms Programme)
you will primarily support the team in managing the
search and selection process
for the upcoming cohort. This includes outreach to potential applicants, database management, coordination with partners and mentors, and logistical support for assessment activities. The role and responsibilities will also evolve based on the requirements of the programme, offering you opportunities to engage in diverse aspects of youth-led climate action.

Key Responsibilities

• Support outreach efforts to youth-led organisations and potential applicants across India.
• Assist in managing and updating applicant databases.
• Coordinate communication with applicants, mentors, and panelists during the selection process.
• Provide logistical and administrative support for online and offline assessment processes.
• Assist in compiling applications, shortlisting, and scheduling interviews.
• Support documentation, note-taking, and report preparation for the selection process.
• Assist with visibility and communication efforts related to the programme (social media posts, emails, outreach material).

Learning Opportunities

• Gain insights into how large-scale youth leadership programmes are designed and implemented.
• Learn about participatory selection processes and grassroots youth-led climate initiatives.
• Develop skills in programme coordination, outreach, and communications.
• Work closely with a passionate team and network of youth-led organisations across India.

Competencies Required:

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English; working knowledge of Hindi preferred.
• Good organisational and coordination skills.
• Comfort with digital tools (MS Excel/Google Sheets, Canva, Zoom, etc.).
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and willing to learn.
• Interest in climate action, youth leadership, and social change.

Qualification & Experience:

• Recent graduate degree (in political science/sociology/social work/development studies, education/any other relevant field).
• Prior volunteer or internship experience in the social sector is preferred.

Stipend: ,000 per month
Please mention the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Please send your latest CV with a cover letter detailing your qualifications for and interest in this position at:

ComMutiny and vartaLeap
value inclusion, diversity, and professional integrity. Women applicants are especially encouraged to apply.

Note - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.