IUCN Europe

29/01/2026

We are looking for an intern to support the EU policy work of the IUCN EU Representative Office. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the implementation of the IUCN Nature 2030 programme and support the work of our European Policy and Programme team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring key biodiversity-related legislative processes
• Supporting IUCN’s engagement with EU Institutions
• Contributing to policy briefs and newsletters on nature conservation
• Assisting with communications, outreach, and capacity-building events

This internship is ideal for candidates passionate about nature conservation, EU policy and biodiversity, who want hands-on experience in international environmental policy.

📩 Interested? Apply now: https://hrms.iucn.org/iresy/index.cfm?event=vac.show&vacId=11583&lang=en

12/01/2026

Twenty years ago, IUCN pioneered the concept of Nature-based Solutions (NbS), defining them as "‘actions to protect, sustainably use, manage and restore natural or modified ecosystems, which address societal challenges, effectively and adaptively - while providing human well-being and biodiversity benefits".

Since then, IUCN has continued to lead the global NbS agenda by developing the IUCN Global Standard for Nature-based Solutions™, a rigorous framework for designing, implementing, and evaluating NbS.

To meet the growing demand for Nature-based Solutions, IUCN established regional NbS Hubs - including the IUCN European Nature-based Solutions Hub in Bonn.

What’s next for IUCN’s Nature-based Solutions team, and how will this global vision translate into action in Europe?

Explore these questions in an interview with Charles Karangwa, Global Head of the Nature-based Solutions Centre at IUCN.

https://iucn.org/story/202601/nature-based-solutions-are-unstoppable-framework-conversation-iucns-charles-karangwa

06/01/2026

As we begin 2026, protecting nature remains what it has always been: a collective effort driven by people, partnerships and shared mission.

At the IUCN European Regional Office, our work to protect biodiversity, scale Nature-based Solutions and champion sustainable resource management is led by a dedicated team.

Whether shaping EU policy, strengthening biodiversity finance, supporting national restoration plans or creating greener, more resilient cities - our colleagues bring deep expertise and a shared passion for nature conservation.

To start the year, we’re pleased to introduce the people behind our work.

Meet the team contributing to IUCN’s mission in Europe and learn more about their backgrounds, expertise and what they're working on.

👉 The Policy and Programme team: https://iucn.org/our-work/region/europe/our-work/our-team

We look forward to another year of collaboration and impact for nature in Europe. 🌱

29/12/2025

⏳ Still time to apply!

We’re looking for a Communication Intern to join the IUCN European Regional Office in Bonn, Germany.

📌 This is a mandatory , so you must be enrolled at a university and required to complete an internship as part of your study programme.

If you’re interested in communications, European policy and driving positive change for nature, this is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience at the heart of a leading global environmental organisation.



🧷 https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/7476

10/12/2025

If you are passionate about storytelling and care about nature, this is an opportunity for you.

We’re looking for a creative intern for the IUCN European Regional office in Bonn, Germany. You’ll help create multimedia content, support communications campaigns, and get hands-on experience inside a leading international environmental organisation.

📅 Start date: 1 February 2026
📍 Location: Bonn, Germany
📄 Duration: Up to 6 months
🗣️ Language: English

Apply here: https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/7476

05/12/2025

Where is the most biodiverse ecosystem on the planet? Right under your feet - and barely protected at all. The soil.

But there is good news. Earlier this year, the European Parliament made history approving the first-ever Soil Monitoring Law, aiming to achieve healthy soils across Europe by 2050.

On , we’re highlighting latest research into soil biodiversity indicators. The SOILGUARD project - that IUCN is part of - discovered that just four biodiversity indicators can account for over 70% of the variation in soil biodiversity.

Soil indicators are closely linked to environmental conditions such as climate and land management, and to key soil processes that support human wellbeing. These indicators are flexible enough to work with different monitoring methods and levels of expertise – and have been validated not only in croplands but also in grasslands and forests.

Understanding soil indicators can help us track the conservation status of soil biodiversity and move towards truly sustainable agricultural systems.

01/12/2025

🎮 A mobile game designed to fight invasive alien species just won the Finnish Biodiversity Award!

The app, developed by Crowdsorsa, is already in use in 65 municipalities in Finland. It is also spreading internationally and is being used in Sweden and Canada as well.

The competition was organised by the IUCN National Committee of Finland.

Finnish Biodiversity Award 2023–2024 was given to an actor that had done something inspiring to halt biodiversity loss. The winner of the competition was Crowdsorsa mobile game that has already helped fight against invasive alien species in Finland on a total of 4 million square metres. Honourable...

28/11/2025

The future of nature isn't shaped in government offices alone - it's shaped by people like you. The people who understand what their communities truly need.

Now is your chance to make your voice heard. Take this survey and tell policymakers what matters most to you. Your insights will directly inform the Roadmap for Citizen Action on Nature-based Solutions — a guide that policymakers will use to understand what communities need to restore and protect nature.

👉 Take the survey before January 15, 2026: https://thenatureofcities.typeform.com/to/iM8zPyV7

27/11/2025

🐟 🦀 🦐 𝐀𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐧𝐞-𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝’𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.

A recent global assessment of freshwater animals on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ reveals that 24% of species - including fish, dragonflies, damselflies, crabs, crayfish and shrimp - are declining at alarming rates.

These findings highlight an urgent need to scale up conservation action, collaboration and knowledge sharing.

To spotlight the latest efforts and innovations in freshwater conservation, IUCN Save Our Species is hosting a dedicated webinar.

🔗 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/dBy-ERBw

24/11/2025

📢 Internship opportunities at IUCN!

🌱 IUCN Europe is looking for a Nature Restoration intern. This position will support the implementation of key projects, with a focus on the EU Nature Restoration Regulation’s implementation and National Restoration Plans.

💻 Communications and Outreach Intern at the IUCN Business and Nature Unit will support the WALD Innovation Facility in implementing the Communication Strategy.

➡ https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/7461
➡ https://hrms.iucn.org/vacancy/7460