Transport and Climate Research Intern
The Transport and Climate Intern will start in May 2013 and will work closely
with the team supporting research on climate finance in the transport sector
and the Low Emissions Development Strategies Global Partnership (LEDS GP)
Transport Working Group’s efforts that include capacity building outreach
(i.e. webinars, workshops) and supporting policymaking efforts in Peru.
The intern will also support EMBARQ and CEP researchers on a variety of
research and writing assignments on topics that include co-benefits, policy
instruments and financial mechanisms to support sustainable low-carbon transport.
The Transport and Climate Change initiative is a cross-programmatic team
with EMBARQ, the sustainable transport and urban development program of
the World Resources Institute (WRI), and the Climate and Energy Program
(CEP). Therefore the overall objective of the Transport & Climate initiative
is to demonstrate that low-carbon transport pathway is doable and produce
sustainable/development benefits in order to mobilize the reduction potential
of emissions from transport in urban cities.
The intern will gain experience in the following areas:
Research and Data Analysis (60%):
Assisting with research and data analysis on topics related to sustainable
low-carbon transport definition and financial mechanisms, Monitoring Reporting
Verification (MRV) framework and principles that could be established to
track these commitments, and mechanism to leverage the multilateral development
banks (MDBs) commitment with private finance
Collecting and analyzing information; and monitoring and analyzing relevant
material from conferences and seminars, academic journals, and reporting
from a wide variety of sources, including NGOs.
Planning and executing quantitative data analysis; preparing results to
complement published material.
Summarizing existing literature and research results for incorporation into
research publications, presentations, and briefing memos.
Working collaboratively with research staff to develop and complete writing
assignments. Completing assignments while identifying gaps as well as questions,
and in accordance with deadlines.
Contributing additional resources to the LEDS Transport Toolkit.
Researching on the legal framework to mainstream climate change in Peruvian
policymaking and budgeting.
Outreach (20%):
Maintaining relationships with external partners on related research and
action.
Maintaining relations with internal partners
Assist with preparing outreach presentations
Contributes blog posts about transport and climate to EMBARQ’s TheCityFix
Blog and WRI’s Insight’s Blog.
Administrative (20%):
Coordinating the monthly meeting of the Practice Area Network (PAN)
Providing general administrative support to include word processing, copying,
etc.
Supporting project development and proposal writing
Maintaining a master calendar of project milestones that include relevant
conferences, research and publications, and other related events.
Degree: Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, public policy, or other
related field
Degree preferred: Master’s Degree
Excellent research skills
Excellent writing skills
High proficiency in Spanish
Strong oral communications skills
Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as part of a team
Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
Familiarity and experience with transport planning and climate change
Ability to work calmly and enthusiastically under high pressure
Strong online research and computer skills
Visualization skills, such as complicated graphics, tables, etc.
Ability to think creatively
Flexible
Highly responsible, self-motivated
Good sense of humor
Professional and/or research experience in one or more of the following
topic areas: transport, climate change, climate finance
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team
Extremely well organized and efficient
Final candidate will be required to take a writing test
Salary: This is a paid intern position with an hourly rate based on experience.
Duration: 6 months
Location: Washington, DC
How to Apply
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.
<http://embarq.org//about/careers/www.wri.org/careers>
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provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship,
marital status, sexual preference, parental status, or disability. WRI’s
global agenda requires a staff that is diverse – with respect to race, gender,
cultural, and international background. Diverse perspectives and experience
enhance the way WRI selects and approaches issues, as well as the creativity
and applicability of WRI's policy research and analysis. WRI, therefore,
encourages applications from U.S. minorities, persons from other countries
(especially developing nations), and from women of all backgrounds.
