Climate Finance Analyst (Internship) – Fundraising for Climate Action Fund
Division: Fundraising/ Climate Action
Reports to: Development Director for Climate Action
Status: Volunteer, Flexible Hours and Duration (a few to 15 hrs/week), min. 6-month commitment.
Start Date: September 1st, 2025
Adamah is the leading Jewish environmental organization in North America.
At Adamah, we believe in the deep connection between people and planet, adam and adamah. Every day, help people feel that connection, spark Jewish inspiration, and help build a more sustainable future for all. And because we are the link between our ancestors and our descendants, we are called in this generation to respond to the existential crises of our time with the full power of the Jewish spirit. Our mission is to create vibrant Jewish life in deep connection with the earth, catalyzing culture change and systemic change through immersive retreats, Jewish environmental education, leadership development, and climate action.
Internship Summary:
Launched in 2023, the Climate Action Fund (CAF) has already supported over 50 projects, generating $800,000 in annual savings and significantly cutting emissions across Jewish institutions. CAF is now scaling toward a bold goal: a fully decarbonized Jewish community by 2040.
Adamah seeks a motivated Climate Finance Analyst Intern to support CAF’s transition from a philanthropy-driven model to a blended finance strategy. The role focuses on financial modeling, market research, and developing investment strategies to attract catalytic capital, impact investors, and climate-aligned funders.
Ideal for those pursuing careers in finance with a passion for climate justice, philanthropy, and multifaith collaboration, the internship offers hands-on experience with a high-impact fund at the intersection of finance, community, and spirituality.
Working closely with the Development Director for Climate Action and cross-functional teams, the intern will help design innovative financing tools that blend grants, concessional capital, and commercial investment to scale CAF’s impact.
Helpful skills and experience include:
Coursework or hands-on experience in climate finance, sustainable investing, or international development finance.
Familiarity with blended finance instruments (e.g., guarantees, first-loss capital, green bonds).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data visualization tools and financial modeling tools and platforms is a plus.
Research and analytical experience in climate-related sectors (e.g., renewable energy, nature-based solutions).
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities; ability to clearly present complex information using tools like PowerPoint or Canva.
Ability to take initiative, manage time effectively, and synthesize complex information clearly.
Passion for climate action.
If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t check every box!
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a short paragraph describing your interest in this opportunity to Helena Tyszka Powell at [email protected].
The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.
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Reports to: Development Director for Climate Action
Status: Volunteer, Flexible Hours and Duration (a few to 15 hrs/week), min. 6-month commitment.
Start Date: September 1st, 2025
Adamah is the leading Jewish environmental organization in North America.
At Adamah, we believe in the deep connection between people and planet, adam and adamah. Every day, help people feel that connection, spark Jewish inspiration, and help build a more sustainable future for all. And because we are the link between our ancestors and our descendants, we are called in this generation to respond to the existential crises of our time with the full power of the Jewish spirit. Our mission is to create vibrant Jewish life in deep connection with the earth, catalyzing culture change and systemic change through immersive retreats, Jewish environmental education, leadership development, and climate action.
Internship Summary:
Launched in 2023, the Climate Action Fund (CAF) has already supported over 50 projects, generating $800,000 in annual savings and significantly cutting emissions across Jewish institutions. CAF is now scaling toward a bold goal: a fully decarbonized Jewish community by 2040.
Adamah seeks a motivated Climate Finance Analyst Intern to support CAF’s transition from a philanthropy-driven model to a blended finance strategy. The role focuses on financial modeling, market research, and developing investment strategies to attract catalytic capital, impact investors, and climate-aligned funders.
Ideal for those pursuing careers in finance with a passion for climate justice, philanthropy, and multifaith collaboration, the internship offers hands-on experience with a high-impact fund at the intersection of finance, community, and spirituality.
Working closely with the Development Director for Climate Action and cross-functional teams, the intern will help design innovative financing tools that blend grants, concessional capital, and commercial investment to scale CAF’s impact.
Helpful skills and experience include:
Coursework or hands-on experience in climate finance, sustainable investing, or international development finance.
Familiarity with blended finance instruments (e.g., guarantees, first-loss capital, green bonds).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with data visualization tools and financial modeling tools and platforms is a plus.
Research and analytical experience in climate-related sectors (e.g., renewable energy, nature-based solutions).
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities; ability to clearly present complex information using tools like PowerPoint or Canva.
Ability to take initiative, manage time effectively, and synthesize complex information clearly.
Passion for climate action.
If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t check every box!
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a short paragraph describing your interest in this opportunity to Helena Tyszka Powell at [email protected].
The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore and its Agencies are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, citizenship, veteran's status, physical or mental disability that does not prohibit the performance of essential job functions (with or without reasonable accommodation) or any other basis protected by federal, or applicable, state or local law.
Apply Now
Apply Now