Impact Careers Contract

Research Intern- Climate Negotiations

Council on Energy, Environment and Water

Posted

Jan 22, 2026

Location

India

Type

Contract

Mission

What you will drive

  • Contribute to research, data collection and analysis related to the enhanced transparency framework, accountability and loss and damage in climate negotiations
  • Track relevant developments in the international climate space and assist with research, report formulation, and outreach responsibilities
  • Assist fellow researchers in undertaking programmatic and research activities related to climate negotiations and domestic climate action

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role contributes to improvising domestic arenas towards addressing climate action and developing subjects under the convention such as capacity building, transparency, and ambitions gaps, ultimately supporting climate negotiations and policy development.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

  • Significant interest and knowledge in climate negotiations and international climate policies
  • Understanding of the climate negotiations space and familiarity with UNFCCC COP processes and related stakeholders
  • Sound analytical abilities and effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage time effectively to handle multiple requests and communicate/coordinate effectively as a team member

Benefits

What's in it for you

  • Competitive compensation - commensurate to experience and matching best industry standards
  • Above-market remuneration
  • Intellectually challenging and conducive work environment with focus on research rigour and innovative thinking
  • Opportunity to learn faster than peers in other organizations
  • Safe space for all employees