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Research Intern (Air Quality)

Council on Energy, Environment and Water

Posted

Mar 01, 2026

Location

India

Type

Contract

Mission

What you will drive

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Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi

Research Intern (Air Quality)

At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don’t stand for!) as an employer. So, if the below description strikes a chord, we would love to hear from you!

At CEEW, we build careers in public policy

  • We offer strong visionary leadership – with emphasis on research and impact at scale

  • We actively promote leadership by initiative

  • We celebrate talent and ambition

  • You will be surrounded by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow

  • You will learn faster than your peers in other organisations

  • Curiosity and irreverence, as well as responsibility, come together at CEEW

  • You will get above-market remuneration

  • We provide a safe space for all

  • At CEEW, your life is your example for others

Designation offered

Research Intern

Team/ Focus area

Air Quality - Crop Residue Burning

Reporting to

Research Analyst

Location

New Delhi, India

Duration

6 months

Purpose

CEEW's Clean Air team seeks to hire a Research Intern for the Crop Residue Burning (CRB) vertical to expand its work on air pollution. The successful applicant will assist the team members in undertaking extensive quantitative and qualitative research, including literature review and data analysis, and will support the advancement of the research and policy engagement for air quality.

Job duties and accountabilities

Research and analysis

  • Conduct a literature review and summarise findings as reports to aid senior researchers on in-situ and ex-situ residue management methods.

  • Track the latest research developments and policy developments in India and worldwide, pertinent to air pollution, crop residue management, etc.

  • Write high-quality research content for the organisation's web pages, blogs, issue briefs, etc

  • Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and training programmes for a comprehensive understanding of air quality management in India and globally

​Programme assistance**

  • Assist with project implementation, including support with preparing presentations, factsheets, and other communication materials

  • Support efforts to use new media platforms for the wide dissemination of CEEW's work and, in turn, closer engagement with the wider community

  • Participate in weekly team meetings and assist with preparing minutes

  • Accompany the other team members for meetings with other stakeholders; prepare minutes of the meetings, and assist with relevant follow-up

  • Support the team along with other team members in organising report launches and events

Shortlisting Criteria

Qualification

  • Bachelor's/ Master's degree in economics, statistics, agriculture, public policy, environmental science, engineering, international relations, or a related field

  • 0-1 years of relevant research experience

  • A previous understanding of crop residue management technologies is preferred

  • A fair understanding of environmental policy and governance in India and worldwide

Key skills

  • Sharp and analytical mind with a keen interest in connecting data with stories

  • Strong communication skills for effective, efficient, and adaptive verbal and written communication, and active listening

  • Strong quantitative research skills and experience in using statistical software – R/Stata/Python

  • Ability to dig deeper into details, while not losing sight of the broader objectives

"If you want to connect data with compelling narratives and clean India's air, this role is surely for you."

CEEW operates in a dynamic environment, and the candidate will be required to show flexibility in undertaking a variety of tasks.

Compensation

Competitive compensation – commensurate with the experience and matching the best of the standards adopted by industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.

Application Process

CEEW is an equal-opportunity employer, and the selection process does not discriminate based on age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, or sexuality. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are advised to apply at the earliest possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by us. We appreciate your interest.

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Profile

What makes you a great fit

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Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi

Research Intern (Air Quality)

At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don’t stand for!) as an employer. So, if the below description strikes a chord, we would love to hear from you!

At CEEW, we build careers in public policy

  • We offer strong visionary leadership – with emphasis on research and impact at scale

  • We actively promote leadership by initiative

  • We celebrate talent and ambition

  • You will be surrounded by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow

  • You will learn faster than your peers in other organisations

  • Curiosity and irreverence, as well as responsibility, come together at CEEW

  • You will get above-market remuneration

  • We provide a safe space for all

  • At CEEW, your life is your example for others

Designation offered

Research Intern

Team/ Focus area

Air Quality - Crop Residue Burning

Reporting to

Research Analyst

Location

New Delhi, India

Duration

6 months

Purpose

CEEW's Clean Air team seeks to hire a Research Intern for the Crop Residue Burning (CRB) vertical to expand its work on air pollution. The successful applicant will assist the team members in undertaking extensive quantitative and qualitative research, including literature review and data analysis, and will support the advancement of the research and policy engagement for air quality.

Job duties and accountabilities

Research and analysis

  • Conduct a literature review and summarise findings as reports to aid senior researchers on in-situ and ex-situ residue management methods.

  • Track the latest research developments and policy developments in India and worldwide, pertinent to air pollution, crop residue management, etc.

  • Write high-quality research content for the organisation's web pages, blogs, issue briefs, etc

  • Participate in relevant conferences, workshops, and training programmes for a comprehensive understanding of air quality management in India and globally

​Programme assistance**

  • Assist with project implementation, including support with preparing presentations, factsheets, and other communication materials

  • Support efforts to use new media platforms for the wide dissemination of CEEW's work and, in turn, closer engagement with the wider community

  • Participate in weekly team meetings and assist with preparing minutes

  • Accompany the other team members for meetings with other stakeholders; prepare minutes of the meetings, and assist with relevant follow-up

  • Support the team along with other team members in organising report launches and events

Shortlisting Criteria

Qualification

  • Bachelor's/ Master's degree in economics, statistics, agriculture, public policy, environmental science, engineering, international relations, or a related field

  • 0-1 years of relevant research experience

  • A previous understanding of crop residue management technologies is preferred

  • A fair understanding of environmental policy and governance in India and worldwide

Key skills

  • Sharp and analytical mind with a keen interest in connecting data with stories

  • Strong communication skills for effective, efficient, and adaptive verbal and written communication, and active listening

  • Strong quantitative research skills and experience in using statistical software – R/Stata/Python

  • Ability to dig deeper into details, while not losing sight of the broader objectives

"If you want to connect data with compelling narratives and clean India's air, this role is surely for you."

CEEW operates in a dynamic environment, and the candidate will be required to show flexibility in undertaking a variety of tasks.

Compensation

Competitive compensation – commensurate with the experience and matching the best of the standards adopted by industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.

Application Process

CEEW is an equal-opportunity employer, and the selection process does not discriminate based on age, gender, caste, ethnicity, religion, or sexuality. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are advised to apply at the earliest possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified by us. We appreciate your interest.

Start Application Process

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February 2026 | Report
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February 2026 | Report
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Watch

Portrait of a Silver Lining | Stockholm+50

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Dedicated to the planet, our Pale Blue Dot, CEEW presents What On Earth!™ A cartoon series on sustainability. On how we are treating the planet and how the planet is treating us back.

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 -->

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Application Form

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© 2025 CEEW. All rights reserved.