Analyst, Research – CERAWeek Program Team

S&P Global•Washington DC, DC

About The Position

The Research Analyst supports the CERAWeek program team, primarily coordinating regional programs and secondarily providing research for programming, topic development and panel preparation. This research assistant-style role is suited to a highly organized, intellectually curious candidate who can turn emerging issues into clear program ideas, panel briefs and speaker preparation materials. The analyst works closely with senior members of the program team and collaborates across research, convening and stakeholder groups, gaining exposure to global energy leaders, policy discussions, regional market developments and the process of building an international conference agenda. The role is based in Washington, DC.

Requirements

1–3 years of relevant experience in program coordination, international relations, energy, public policy, research, consulting, government affairs, think tanks, conferences or related analytical environments.
Strong research, writing and synthesis skills, including the ability to turn complex policy and market developments into clear, concise briefing materials.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, deadlines and stakeholder requests in a fast-moving environment.
Collaborative, proactive and intellectually curious, with an interest in global energy issues and regional matters.
Must have an indefinite right to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Prior think tank or policy research experience in Washington, DC.
Master’s degree in international relations, energy, public policy, political economy, regional studies or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day coordination support for CERAWeek regional programs, including tracking regional priorities, helping develop session concepts, organizing inputs and assisting with program planning across key geographies.
Provide research support for programming, including research on themes, companies, speakers and emerging issues across energy, international affairs, policy and markets.
Prepare background materials for panels and executive discussions, including speaker briefs, topic notes, framing questions and concise research summaries.
Monitor developments in energy policy, geopolitics, technology, finance and regional markets that may inform programming and speaker engagement.
Work with internal stakeholders to maintain program materials, track follow-ups, support meeting preparation and help ensure timely execution of programming priorities.