Global Initiatives Unit - Hydrogen Team Intern

Global Initiatives Unit - Hydrogen Team Intern

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 (GGGI) is committed to supporting the global transition toward a sustainable, low-carbon future. As part of this mission, GGGI has launched the Hydrogen to Green Growth (H2G) initiative to accelerate the development and deployment of clean hydrogen solutions. H2G aims to play a catalytic role in advancing clean hydrogen as a strategic pathway for climate mitigation and economic transformation. Through this initiative, GGGI fosters international cooperation, mobilizes partnerships, and promotes knowledge sharing among countries dedicated to building a clean hydrogen economy.

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a talented individual to work with us in the Hydrogen Team / Global Initiatives Unit to support the H2G initiative. As an intern, you will gain valuable experience in areas critical to advancing clean hydrogen globally. This includes exposure to hydrogen-related research and data analysis, insights into policy coordination and project incubation, and practical involvement in organizing international forums that convene governments, industry leaders, and experts. This internship offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with renewable energy policy, international collaboration, and project development within a leading global organization.

The assignment will include the followings but not limited to:

• Conducting research and data analysis on hydrogen-related topics;

• Supporting hydrogen project development and implementation activities;

• Assisting in the organization of international forums and related events focused on clean hydrogen.

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

• Excellent command of Microsoft Office, Excel and design tools for presentations and visual material.

• University degree in a relevant field, preferably in energy, environmental science, engineering, climate policy, international development or related field.

• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.

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 high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

TEMRS AND CONDITIONS

Duration: The internship program is for at least three months and up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin your 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 – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.