Intern, Electricity Governance Initiative

Location: US-DC-Washington

Type: Intern

Program: Institutions & Governance Program (IGP)

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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 2013. 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, including our 10 Questions to Ask Series, a tool to help decision makers, stakeholders and civil society to design and review sustainable electricity policy. Other areas or work will include research and writing for upcoming projects related to renewable energy, energy efficiency and energy planning, and help in organizing an upcoming workshop which will convene civil society, government officials, and sector regulators.

Responsibilities

Conduct primary and secondary research on policy and regulatory frameworks related to renewable energy, energy efficiency and energy planning, to identify essential components necessary for successful sustainable energy planning. Assist in additional writing and editing of upcoming reports, tools and publications. Assist in the organization of a global workshop.

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 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 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.  Compensation and Duration: This is an unpaid internship. Internship is either full-time or part-time (20 hours/week).  Applications accepted online only at www.wri.org/careers. No phone calls please.