Regulatory Impact Programme Intern

Kick-start your career in sustainability policy and regulatory research with a global non-profit organisation

Are you passionate about sustainability and environmental policy Do you enjoy research analysis and turning complex information into practical insights

Join Preferred by Nature an international non-profit organisation working to promote sustainable land use responsible supply chains and climate-friendly business practices worldwide. As our Regulatory Impact Programme Intern you will contribute to research policy monitoring and knowledge-sharing activities that help organisations navigate evolving sustainability regulations and strengthen positive impacts for people nature and the climate.

Monitor and track sustainability-related policy and regulatory developments.

Research emerging regulations and assess their relevance to key sustainability topics.

Help identify trends opportunities and challenges arising from evolving regulatory frameworks.

Support the development of internal resources and materials that build organisational knowledge and capability.

Assist in creating content that helps colleagues understand key regulatory developments.

Organise and maintain information and reference materials.

Research and draft content that informs stakeholders about important sustainability policies and regulations.

Assist with communications and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Help translate complex regulatory topics into clear and accessible information.

Support the development and maintenance of administrative and technical tools used by the programme.

Help coordinate activities and manage information across different projects.

Provide policy-related support to colleagues across Preferred by Nature when needed.

Exposure to sustainability-related policy and regulatory frameworks.

Practical research and analytical experience at the intersection of sustainability business and public policy.

Insight into real-world sustainability challenges faced by organisations and stakeholders globally.

Experience of working in an international mission-driven non-profit environment.

Access to internal training opportunities mentoring and professional development resources.

Structured feedback and support from experienced colleagues throughout the internship.

You may be a final-year bachelors student a recent graduate or currently pursuing or completing a masters degree in one of the following areas:

Geography

Forestry

Biology

Environmental studies

Environmental policy

Sustainability or business sustainability

Development studies

A related field

Demonstrated interest in sustainability policy governance or regulatory developments.

Strong research and analytical skills.

Excellent written and spoken English.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to manage multiple tasks prioritise effectively and work both independently and collaboratively.

Confidence in carrying out routine tasks accurately and consistently.

A creative approach to problem-solving.

Proficiency in Microsoft 365 including Teams Excel Word PowerPoint and Outlook.

Duration: 6 months.

Hours: Flexible between 15 and 25 hours per week. The schedule will be agreed with the selected intern taking account of studies and other commitments.

Location and work eligibility: The intern must be based in Denmark Estonia or Lithuania for the duration of the internship and must already have the right to work in their country of residence. Preferred by Nature is unable to provide visa or work permit sponsorship for this internship.

Submit your CV and a short motivation statement explaining your interest in sustainability policy and regulatory topics.

Application deadline: 14 October 2026

If you are eager to gain practical experience at the intersection of sustainability policy and responsible business we would love to hear from you.