About the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI)
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is an international, treaty-based organization comprising multiple governments, focused on fostering environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive economic development. Established with the objective of aiding developing and emerging nations, GGGI works closely with member countries to support green growth strategies that align economic progress with environmental stewardship. For further details, you can explore GGGI’s official website.
GGGI Internship Program – “Grow Green”
The Grow Green Internship Program by GGGI offers a distinctive platform for students and recent graduates to immerse themselves in the field of sustainable development. The program is tailored for dynamic, driven individuals from varied academic disciplines who are eager to contribute meaningfully to GGGI’s global mission. Interns have the opportunity to work in a multicultural and collaborative environment while gaining hands-on experience and professional training across various domains related to green growth and sustainability.
GGGI strongly encourages applications from individuals of all genders and cultural backgrounds, especially from developing countries, who possess the passion and skills to make a difference in global development.
Current Internship Opening: Carbon Pricing Unit (CPU), Seoul
GGGI is currently inviting applications for an internship position within its Carbon Pricing Unit (CPU) in Seoul, South Korea. The selected intern will support the creation and management of technical documentation and knowledge-sharing tools for GGGI’s Carbon Transaction Facility (CTF)—a new initiative aimed at advancing carbon market mechanisms, including under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.
Internship Responsibilities:
- Assist in the design and development of training materials and capacity-building resources related to Article 6.
- Support internal teams by creating clear and effective documentation to guide CTF implementation.
- Contribute to the creation of knowledge products such as evaluation criteria, reporting formats, budget templates, and project documentation tools.
- Research recent developments from the UNFCCC and other relevant sources, and compile concise technical summaries.
- Review consultancy documents relevant to CTF operations to provide analytical insights.
- Help coordinate meetings and engagement with internal departments and external partners.
- Document meeting discussions by drafting minutes and distributing them efficiently among CPU members.
- Organize and maintain digital and physical documentation in a well-structured, version-controlled format.
- Contribute to any additional tasks related to CPU and the Carbon Transaction Facility.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must meet the following qualifications at the time of application:
- Enrolled in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree or currently pursuing a Master’s or Ph.D. program, or must have graduated within the past 12 months.
- Area of academic focus must align with GGGI’s work in sustainability, climate policy, economics, or similar fields.
- Proficient in English, both written and spoken.
Application and Selection Process:
- Late submissions will not be considered.
- Applications will be reviewed based on eligibility, academic alignment, relevant experience, and demonstrated motivation.
- Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Internship Terms and Conditions:
- Duration: Internships last a minimum of three months and can extend up to six months. The start date must fall within 12 months of the candidate’s graduation.
- Stipend: A monthly allowance of USD 500 is provided, unless otherwise sponsored. All travel, accommodation, and living costs must be covered by the intern or their sponsoring institution.
- Visa Support: GGGI will issue an official letter of support for visa applications, but interns are responsible for obtaining and financing their visas.
- Travel and Insurance: Interns must arrange and pay for their travel to the internship site and provide proof of valid medical insurance.
- Confidentiality: Interns are required to uphold strict confidentiality regarding unpublished information and must not share or publish such data without explicit authorization.
- Academic Credit: Interns may request academic credit from their institutions, subject to their university’s policies.
- Work Schedule: Interns are expected to adhere to standard working hours. Any leave must be pre-approved by the supervising manager.
- Evaluation and Certification: A review of learning outcomes will be conducted before the internship ends. A certificate of completion will be available upon request.
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