6 Week Internship Programme – Sustainability

About The Crown Estate:

The Crown Estate is a unique UK property and land business managing prime real estate, rural land, and the seabed.
They operate commercially but for public good, returning all net profits to the Treasury.
Their work supports sustainable places, renewable energy, and long-term national value.
When working at The Crown Estate, your career helps shape the future of the UK.

Location:

The Crown Estate, 1 St James’s Market, London, SW1Y 4AH

Duration:

The internship will run from 22 June – 31 July 2026 (6 weeks), Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 and in person. Lunch will be provided, and if any external site visits are required, travel costs will be covered.

Programme Structure:

Interns will spend two days per week working with the wider Crown Estate intern cohort and three days per week embedded within the Sustainability team.

Expected Salary:

£14.80 (P/H)

Canidate Profile Requirements:

This role would suit –

This role would suit someone with an interest in sustainability, climate action, environmental issues, or ESG, who has strong communication and teamwork skills, is reliable and organised, and is motivated to learn and engage in a professional office environment.

Dress Code:

The dress code is smart casual (e.g. jeans, T-shirts, dresses). Smart business attire will be required when meeting clients or suppliers

Benefits and Perks:

Lunch will be provided, and if any external site visits are required, travel costs will be covered.

Application Closing Date:

Date: 26/03/2026

Time: 12:00 (pm)

Interview Process and Expected Timeline:

Candidates will be invited to a 30-minute competency-based interview. Interviews will focus on motivation, teamwork, problem-solving, prioritisation, growth mindset, and accomplishments, rather than technical knowledge or prior experience.

• 26th March: Applications close
• 10th April: Shortlist confirmed
• End of April: Candidate preparation
• TBC (April/May): Interviews held
• By 1st May: Final selections
• End of May (TBC): Meet & greet event
• 22nd June: Internships begin

Please reach out to your careers specialist to apply!