Electricity Governance Initiative Internship, Washington, DC

Overview

The Electricity Governance Initiative (EGI) ( http://electricitygovernance.wri.org) seeks a highly motivated and independent person to play a significant role in its research during the summer of 2014. EGI is a global network of civil society organizations dedicated to promoting transparent, inclusive and accountable decision-making in the electricity sector. EGI facilitates a collaboration of civil society, policymakers, regulators, and other electricity sector actors using a common framework to define 'good governance.'

This intern will work on a variety of EGI projects and will provide research and writing support for projects related EE work in India, including state level energy efficiency planning, standards and labeling, incentive programs, and utility scale programs for EE.

Responsibilities

The intern will gain experience in the following areas:

• Conducting primary and secondary research on policy and regulatory frameworks related to energy efficiency and energy planning, to identify essential components necessary for successful sustainable energy planning.
• Assisting in additional writing and editing of upcoming reports, tools and publications

Qualifications

EGI seeks applicants with a background in energy policy, international affairs/relations, political science, economics, electrical engineering, or a related field. Successful applicants will have a demonstrated interest in energy efficiency and/or governance issues, developing countries, and an understanding of the role that legal and political systems play in governing the electricity sector.

Applicants must possess:

• Excellent writing and editing skills;
• Some knowledge of energy efficiency, international development and environmental issues;
• Interest in role of online communications in international networks, policy forums;
• Strong computer skills - (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc);
• Attention to detail, be highly organized, and be able to work both in a team and independently;
• Ability to work in a multicultural and multidisciplinary setting.
• Final candidates will be required to take a writing test.

Salary and Benefits

This is a paid internship with an hourly rate commensurate with experience. No benefits will be provided.

Location

Washington, DC

Qualified applicants should apply online at www.wri.org/careers. All applications must be submitted online through this career portal in order to be formally considered.

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