Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) 2020 Young Leaders Programme
Published: 24 Dec 2019
Applications are open for the Global Center on Adaptation Young Leaders Program 2020. The Global Center on Adaptation actively supports students and young professionals to become leaders in climate change adaptation.
As part of GCA’s commitment to build on, improve, and deliver breakthrough climate adaptation solutions, they have established two challenging programs for university graduates and young professionals, who are committed to make a difference: the Young Leaders Program and the 20/20 Adaptation Professionals Programme
GCA Young Leaders Program
Application Deadline | January 18, 2020 |
Funding Type | Fully Funded |
Country to study | Netherlands |
School to study | Global Center on Adaptation |
Type | Postgraduate |
Sponsor | Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) |
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GCA Young Leaders Program Benefits
- The Global Center on Adaptation provides a monthly compensation of €500, as well as contributions to housing and travel (including to and from the Netherlands).
- Interns are entirely responsible for their own living costs such as groceries and health insurance.
Requirements for GCA Young Leaders Program
The Young Leaders Program is open to all candidates currently enrolled in a graduate program from a variety of fields in the social sciences and life sciences.
To be eligible for an internship, candidates must:
- Have an undergraduate degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent)
- Be enrolled in a graduate study program (pursuing a Master’s or PhD) or have graduated within 6 months of application
- Have a solid understanding of international development and climate change adaptation issues
- Have demonstrable leadership potential
- Be fluent in English. Additional knowledge of other languages such as Chinese, Arabic, Spanish, French, Russian, Portuguese is desirable.
Application Deadline
January 18, 2020How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) on docs.google.com to apply