The National Capabilities for Global Challenges Internship Scheme 2025 is now accepting applications! This prestigious initiative, organized by the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH), offers students and recent graduates the chance to work on groundbreaking environmental science research. With internships available at UKCEH locations in Bangor, Edinburgh, Lancaster, and Wallingford, candidates can apply for multiple positions to enhance their professional experience and contribute to tackling global challenges.

Key Details

• Internship Duration: Monday, 30 June – Friday, 8 August 2025
• Application Deadline: Wednesday, 2 April 2025
• Interview Period: 30 April – 14 May 2025 (held online)
• Work Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
• Stipend: £2,847 (before deductions) for the entire internship

Why Apply?

• Hands-on Research Experience: Work with leading scientists on impactful projects.
• Skill Development: Gain expertise in research methodologies, programming, and communication.
• Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with top-tier specialists and peers.
• Financial Support: Receive a stipend of £2,847 for the 6-week internship.
• Multiple Locations: Opportunities available in Bangor, Edinburgh, Lancaster, and Wallingford.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the internship, applicants must:

• Be an undergraduate or graduate student (Master’s or PhD) or have completed their studies within six months before 30 June 2025.
• Have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the internship.
• Be available to work full-time (37 hours per week) for the 6-week program.
• Demonstrate strong communication, teamwork, and independent work abilities.
• Submit a one-page report and a brief testimonial upon completion.
• Present findings at a UKCEH event and contribute to marketing materials.

Internship Locations and Available Projects

Bangor (Wales)

• Project: Effect of Ozone Contamination on Forest Biodiversity
• Responsibilities: Literature review, spatial data analysis (GIS, R/Python), report writing.
• Required Skills: Environmental science background, proficiency in GIS, Python/R knowledge.

Edinburgh (Scotland)

• Project 1: Integrated Method for Environmental Modeling
  • Tasks: Develop Basic Model Interface (BMI), coding tutorials, GitHub documentation.
  • Skills: Python, modeling, GitHub knowledge.
• Project 2: Rehabilitation for Ecological Healing and Strength
  • Tasks: Ecological modeling, network analysis, report composition.
  • Skills: R/Julia, ecological expertise, conservation interest.
• Project 3: Identifying Canopy Phenology in Tropical Forests
  • Tasks: Satellite image analysis, remote sensing, canopy phenology mapping.
  • Skills: GIS, R, GitHub, experience with satellite imagery.

Lancaster (England)

• Project: Nutrient Retention of Biochar in Malaysian Oil Palm Agriculture
• Responsibilities: Laboratory experiments, soil testing, literature review.
• Required Skills: Lab experience, soil biogeochemistry knowledge.

Wallingford (UK)

• Project 1: Factors Influencing Thunderstorm Frequency in India
  • Tasks: Data analysis, statistical evaluation, report writing.
  • Skills: Python, statistics, meteorology interest.
• Project 2: Funding Sources and Training Requirements for Global Audiences
  • Tasks: Market analysis, training needs assessment, partnership identification.
  • Skills: Environmental science, global development.
• Project 3: Functional Metrics of Plankton Through Imaging Flow Cytometry
  • Tasks: Image classification, open-source workflow creation, data analysis.
  • Skills: Python/R, machine learning.

How to Apply

To complete the application, candidates must submit:

• Support Letter: From an academic supervisor, instructor, or program director.
• Cover Letter: Highlighting motivation and preferred internship choices.
• CV: Detailing education, work experience, and publications (if any).

Application Portal: UKCEH Official Website

Conclusion

The UK National Capabilities for Global Challenges Internships 2025 offer a rare opportunity for students to gain hands-on research experience while contributing to global environmental solutions. With multiple locations, competitive stipends, and expert mentorship, this program is ideal for aspiring scientists and researchers looking to make a real-world impact. Apply now and take the next step in your career!