About Circular Innovation Lab

Circular Innovation Lab is a Danish think tank dedicated to accelerating the global transition toward a circular economy. Founded by former experts from the United Nations and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, we develop strategies and innovative solutions that help governments, businesses, and cities adopt circular economy practices.

Our interdisciplinary work spans:

National Circular Economy Roadmaps
Plastics, textiles, agriculture, cement, electronics
Policy, advocacy, and sustainability communications
Climate–circularity strategies and material efficiency

Learn more: www.circularinnovationlab.com

About the Communications Internship

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys storytelling, branding, digital content creation, and translating complex sustainability topics into accessible, compelling narratives.

As a Communications Intern, you will help shape how Circular Innovation Lab communicates its mission and global work to diverse audiences, including policymakers, businesses, researchers, and the wider sustainability community.

What You Will Work On

During this internship, you will gain hands-on experience in strategic communications and content development, including:

Creating a social media strategy for Circular Innovation Lab
Managing LinkedIn and Instagram channels, including content planning and publishing
Developing messaging for newsletters, articles, and digital campaigns
Supporting the team in building a communications and marketing system for the think tank
Assisting with visibility and communications for World Circular Economy Forum side events See: https://www.circularinnovationlab.com/events
Collaborating with a global team on communication needs for ongoing circular economy projects

This role offers significant creative freedom, ownership, and room for innovation.

Work Style & Commitment

While this internship is part-time, we value individuals who can engage consistently and take initiative. We may explore a flexible collaboration structure for students, provided you can contribute meaningfully.

We are looking for individuals who are:

Self-driven, proactive, and excited to take ownership of communications tasks
Creative thinkers with strong storytelling and visual communication instincts
Comfortable working with minimal micromanagement
Able to manage time independently and deliver high-quality work
Passionate about sustainable development and circular economy narratives

Our team operates with trust and autonomy—ideal for someone who thrives in a flexible, responsibility-driven environment.

Essential Requirements

Strong written and spoken English
Genuine interest in circular economy and sustainable development
Understanding of social media trends and audience engagement
Ability to follow global circular economy news and communicate it effectively
Creativity, diligence, and attention to detail

Preferred Skills

Experience with social media management or content creation
Basic design skills (Canva, Adobe, Figma, etc.)
Ability to think strategically about branding and communications
Previous experience in sustainability communications (a plus, not required)

Why Join Us?

Contribute to the communication strategy of a European circular economy think tank
Global exposure to cross-sector sustainability topics
Creative freedom and the ability to influence brand direction
Build a strong portfolio of communication work
Work within a multicultural team (India, Spain, Chile, Denmark, Portugal)
Opportunity to collaborate on international events and high-impact sustainability initiatives

Practical Details

Start date: January, 2026
Duration: 6 months
Location: Remote
Remuneration: Unpaid

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