The Global Green Growth Institute internship program provides a unique learning opportunity for students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program is designed for talented and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to GGGI’s operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the Institute and provides assistance and training in various professional fields in a multicultural environment. We encourage qualified women and men, in particular, nationals of developing countries, with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a talented and motivated individual to work with us in the Carbon Finance Department (CFD) in Seoul HQ for the “Strategic Hub for Article 6 Readiness Exchange” or SHARE project under CTF Readiness Facility.
The assignment will include the following but not limited to assisting the SHARE project team and other Readiness Facility members with the following:
Conducting research related to Article 6 and international carbon market development in GGGI Member and partner countries and globally.
The production of publications related to climate change mitigation, carbon and climate finance and other issues in GGGI Member and partner countries.
Organizing virtual and in-person knowledge exchange events related to the CTF and other Carbon Finance Department activities.
Setup of the SHARE project, including organizing, version controlling & archiving documents in a systematic manner.
Attending relevant meetings, drafting minutes, and ensuring timely clearance and distribution.
Coordinating communications with external partners and internal stakeholders involved in key activities of the SHARE project
The intern will belong to a diverse and professional environment and will benefit from mentorship, development of challenging professional tasks and daily basis interaction with other colleagues
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants to the GGGI internship program must at the time of application meet the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s (final year), Master’s or PhD program prior to internship assignment, or a recent graduate within the last 12 months.
Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work.
Possess an excellent command of English.
QUALIFICATION
Background in international relations, sustainable development, climate change and environment, economics, policy, or law.
Understanding of the global climate crisis, global climate agreements (e.g., Paris Agreement) and the role of economic instruments to reduce it.
Familiarity with market mechanisms for achieving climate change mitigation, including but not limited to Article 6 of the Paris Agreement
Academic, work, or personal experience of translating difficult technical concepts into understandable knowledge materials.
Ability to quickly understand complex issues, ready to anticipate and provide necessary support to the team leader and those who need support
Ability to work independently and take initiative in contributing to a team’s objectives
Interest in bringing creativity to knowledge exchange, capacity building and more.
Strong command of written English (native level).
Able to work effectively with other teams of a high degree of cultural/professional diversity.
