The Department of Forest Bioeconomy and Technology is a newly established department at SLU, bringing together broad expertise in forest bioeconomy. We conduct research and education covering the entire value chain – from forest economics, policy, and business administration to biomaterials, wood science, and technology. By integrating social science and technological perspectives, we carry out research on raw materials, materials, processes, and systems to contribute to the sustainable development of forest resources and a circular bioeconomy.

J-PAL is looking for 3 interns to join their policy team!

Internships are paid, and generally run between June - December. Depending on the team, internships can be remote or in-person in Accra, Cotonou, or Nairobi.

Who is eligible? Nationals of sub-Saharan Africa who have a degree in economics, statistics, development or a related field OR are studying towards a degree in these fields and in the final year.

About The Program

WBG Pioneers is the World Bank Group’s premier internship program, offering undergraduate and postgraduate students structured learning and practical experience. As a participant, you will engage in impactful projects, contribute to meaningful work, and gain direct exposure to the mission and operations of the World Bank Group.

Applications will be accepted online from January 19th, 2026, through February 17th, 2026.

Environment for Development Ethiopia (EfD Ethiopia) hosted by the Research Center for Sustainable Development (RCSD) under the ISER of AAU invites applications for a post-doctoral position.

EfD Ethiopia, funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), supported by the EfD Global Hub and hosted by the Research Center for Sustainable Development (RCSD) under the Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) of the Addis Ababa University (AAU), invites applications for a postdoctoral position.

 for postdoctoral researchers in development economics from low- and middle-income countries. 

The School of Economics at University College Dublin (Ireland) is inviting applications for three positions at the Assistant Professor level. One of the positions is specifically in Environmental & Natural Resources Economics. The successful applicant for this specific position will be expected to teach (but not exclusively) on UCD’s BSc in Sustainability.