HUNGARY: INTERNSHIP FOR HUNGARY PROGRAM
Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)
INTRODUCTION TO GGGI
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page.
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 GGGIโs operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the organization 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 individual to work with at the GGGI Hungary Office in Budapest. The selected intern will provide support to the Officeโs operations, projects and activities. The intern will support the Officeโs activities related to research, project implementation, project proposal development, communication, and general office and administrative support.
The intern may support two European projects: the Energy Efficiency Aggregation platform for Sustainable Investments (ENERGATE) and Urban Planning and Design for climate neutrality by 2030 (UP2030), both funded by the European Union.
ENERGATE project aims to facilitate the creation of an effective, ICT-enabled, energy efficiency marketplace bringing together energy services and sustainable finance to accelerate the renovation rate of buildings by increasing the chances for projects to be financed. ENERGATE envisions transforming the complex set of decision-making actions for targeted groups, even to non-experts, into a user-friendly and single-entry service. Under both projects, GGGI is part of a wide consortium of European partners.
UP2030 projectโs overall objective is to support cities in driving the socio-technical transitions required to meet their climate neutrality targets, helping city stakeholders and local authorities put neutrality on the map of their communities in day-to-day actions and strategic decisions. GGGI is developing the finance strategy to support cities' transition toward a climate-neutral and resilient future.
The intern will have the unique opportunity to support proposal development activities in EU calls for the HORIZON and LIFE programs, in addition to the two EU-funded projects.
The intern regularly reports on its work to the GGGI Country Lead (hereafter: Lead) to support the quality and timely delivery of outputs under the Projects and other office activities.
The assignment will include the followings but not limited to:
Support the overall implementation of GGGI Hungary Office projects, and support day-to-day office operations; Contribute to and support ongoing research, writing reports, policy papers, preparing presentations and producing research briefs and other briefing materials in the field of green growth and climate action strategies and plans; Provide logistical, administrative and organizational support to ENERGATE and UP2030 projects as requested Conduct research (including but not limited to systematic literature review) activities relevant to the climate action, green growth policy, finance and economics. The research activities may cover the following thematic areas: low carbon and climate resilient strategies, Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), green finance, energy efficiency in buildings, urban climate action, cost-benefit analysis; Review, analyze and support the development and review of Long-term Low Emission Development Strategies (LT-LEDS), NDCs, and NAPs; Support the creation of knowledge and development and publication of knowledge products; Support planning and delivery of national and global workshops and conferences targeted to both internal and external audiences; Provide administrative and logistical support to GGGIโs project proposal and acquisition-related activities; Contribute to and support the communication activities of the Hungary Office; Development of infographics and visualization of project and research results; Participate in relevant workshops, meetings and events as needed to support the Office activities and implementation of the Projects.
ELIGIBILITY
Applicants to the GGGI internship program must, at the time of application, meet the following requirements:
QUALIFICATION
Studying in the field of environmental economics/policy/ finance, environmental/sustainability studies, environmental engineering, urban studies, international development, international cooperation, economics, social sciences, business administration, public administration, communication or other related fields; Experience in conducting (desk) research, drafting reports, and writing briefs; Experience in conducting systematic literature reviews in the fields of environmental/climate policy/economics, low carbon development, green finance, or other related fields; Excellent English communication skills, particularly writing and/or editing experience in one or more fields related to green growth, preferably in a policy context; Proven computer literacy in standard office software applications skills (i.e. word, excel, power point, Teams); Strong skills and experience in using Microsoft excel spreadsheets for data analysis is a strength; Experience in using different visualization techniques and softwares is an asset; A good understanding of low-carbon growth and climate-resilient development challenges and opportunities at the global or European level;
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered/ GGGI evaluates applications based on: eligibility requirements, relevance of academic study and work experience (if any); and the level of interest and motivation to contribute to development work. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Duration: The internship program lasts at least three months and up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin their internship either prior to or within 12 months of graduation.
Stipend: GGGI interns receive a monthly stipend of USD $500 per month (unless agreed to be funded by sponsoring institutions). All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns themselves or sponsoring institutions.
Visa: GGGI will provide a supporting letter for visa. Interns will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas.
Travel: Intern will arrange and finance their travel to the internship location.
Medical Insurance: Interns must present proof of valid medical insurance to GGGI upon returning the signed internship contract.
Confidentiality: Interns must keep confidential any and all unpublished information obtained during the course of the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information.
Academic Credit: Interns may get academic credit from their institution of higher education for the internship. Interns need to check with their university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships.
Working Hours: interns are expected to work during normal working hours. Leave should be pre-approved by the Intern Manager, and the latter should inform the Office of HR accordingly.
Learning Outcomes: before completion of the internship, Intern Managers are expected to review the learning outcomes with the intern.
Certificate: provided upon successful completion of the internship, upon request. Child protection โ GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGIโs Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.