12853 - Hiring Day UniSalento CMCC Curricular Internship Program

Job title: 12853 - Hiring Day UniSalento CMCC Curricular Internship Program

CMCC Position cod.12853 Hiring Day UniSalento CMCC Curricular Internship Program Deadline: November 16th, 2026WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The CMCC Foundation is a scientific research center dedicated to studying climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the business sector, and policymakers. Our mission is to promote sustainable development, protect the environment, and develop strategies for climate change adaptation and mitigation. To support the growth and development of young talent within our organization, the Foundation has launched the CMCC Curricular Internship Program. The program aims to equip participants with cross-cutting and multidisciplinary skills by offering recent graduates and students nearing graduation the opportunity to gain experience within a non-profit organization through a comprehensive, high-quality training program. Participants will have the opportunity to develop their potential further, including through involvement in specific research projects. The CMCC Curricular Internship Program offers internship opportunities at our offices in Lecce in the following research areas:

• GOCO – Global Coastal Ocean (https://www.cmcc.it/it/what-we-do/institutes/institute-for-earth-system-predictions-iesp/global-coastal-ocean );
• ADIC – Advanced Digital Innovation Center (https://www.cmcc.it/what-we-do/advanced-digital-innovation-center);
• ROFS – Regional Ocean Forecasting Systems (https://www.cmcc.it/what-we-do/institutes/institute-for-earth-system-predictions-iesp/regional-ocean-forecasting-systems).

YOU ARE A GREAT FIT FOR US IF

• You are currently enrolled in a degree program relevant to the activities of one of our research centers: GOCO (Global Coastal Ocean), ADIC (Advanced Digital Innovation Center), or ROFS (Regional Ocean Forecasting Systems).
• Your academic background is relevant to one or more of the following fields, depending on the research center and internship profile: oceanography, marine and environmental sciences, atmospheric and climate sciences, biology, biotechnology, mathematics, physics, engineering, computer science, data science, economics, political science, international relations, law, humanities, or other related disciplines.
• You have a good command of English.
• You have good IT skills, including familiarity with the MS Office suite and, where relevant, programming languages such as Python or Java.
• You have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• You enjoy working in multidisciplinary teams and collaborating with people from different backgrounds.
• You are curious, eager to take on new challenges, and motivated to apply your existing skills while developing new ones.
• You are interested in contributing to research projects aligned with your academic background and professional interests.

TYPE OF POSITION

• The number of internship hours will be agreed upon on a case-by-case basis, depending on each student's academic program and the number of credits (ECTS) they are required to earn.

ABOUT US

CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research center on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

CMCC pursues fundamental and applied science with utmost scientific integrity, prioritizing data-driven science and providing data, information, and research results that can support informed public debate and decision-making processes. To achieve climate research objectives at the highest international standards, we invest in training all our talents, and strive to create a workplace where everyone can excel.

At CMCC you will find a strong, professional environment. Join an inclusive community that values diversity, where every voice is heard and respected. Help foster a culture of innovation and societal change, where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and succeed.

Over the last decade, CMCC has experienced extraordinary growth. We are now embarking on a new chapter of our journey that will further boost CMCC’s global position in climate change research…Together!

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Gain experience in a non-profit organization and work alongside a motivated team that values dialogue, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas.
• Develop your skills and potential through a learning and development path tailored to your technical skills, interests, and personal aptitudes.
• Benefit from the support of a dedicated tutor who will guide you throughout your internship and monitor your progress.
• Take part in a structured feedback process designed to support your learning, professional growth, and continuous improvement.
• Thesis Opportunity: the internship may also offer the opportunity to develop your Master's thesis in connection with the activities and topics explored during the internship, subject to agreement with the academic supervisor and the relevant CMCC team.

We will keep your information on file for up to 6 months.

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We will keep your information on file for up to 1 year.