Intern - Energy Security and Climate Change Program

Center for Strategic and International Studies, Inc.•Washington, DC
•$18 - $20•Hybrid

About The Position

The CSIS Energy Security and Climate Change Program is seeking a curious, detail-oriented intern to contribute to rigorous, policy-relevant research across domestic and international energy issues. Areas of focus include the U.S. power sector and transmission system, energy affordability and reliability, global oil and natural gas markets, geopolitical disruptions, and emerging energy technologies. The intern will locate and evaluate credible sources, collect and organize data, monitor policy and market developments, and translate complex or technical material into clear written analysis. The role also supports public and private events, digital communications, social media, and administrative and logistical tasks. This is a six-month internship scheduled to begin in early November and end in early May. The position is paid hourly, with rates of $18.40 for current undergraduate hires, $19.40 for hires with a bachelor’s degree, and $20.40 for hires with a master’s degree, commensurate with experience. The intern must be able to work 35 hours per week and in person at CSIS headquarters four days per week.

Requirements

  • Must be at least a college junior in good standing, an advanced student, or a recent graduate.
  • Ability to work 35 hours per week.
  • Ability to work in person at CSIS headquarters four days per week.
  • Excellent research skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Good judgment and ability to complete projects independently and collaboratively.
  • Well-organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
  • Strong computer skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Demonstrated interest in energy security and climate change.
  • Experience with data collection and management.

Responsibilities

  • Provide research support for individual scholars and projects related to energy security, markets, the energy transition, and geopolitics.
  • Monitor economic, energy, and climate-related policies.
  • Provide logistical support for program staff and administrative tasks, including social media, event staffing, and routine office work.
  • Attend CSIS and external events and lectures and write debrief summaries.
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