HQ: INTERNSHIP (TRANSPORT AND SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY)

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. 

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Application period for the program: till 26 July 2023
• Hiring manager:  Changsun Jang, Lead in Transport and Sustainable Mobility
• Internship duration: 01 August 2023 – 30 December 2023 (9:00 – 18:00)

The Global Green Growth Institute internship program (also called "Grow Green" Program) provides a unique learning opportunity for students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program is designed for talented and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to GGGI’s operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the Institute and provides assistance and training in various professional fields in a multicultural environment. We encourage qualified women and men, in particular, nationals of developing countries, with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds to apply. 

CURRENT OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a talented individual to work with us in the Seoul Office/Investment and Policy Solutions Division to support the development of GGGI engagement activities in the transport sector and develop high-quality technical reports in collaboration with the Lead in Transport and Sustainable Mobility.

The assignment will include the followings but not limited to:

• Conduct research in the thematic priority areas that is determined jointly by the manager and the intern.  
• Compiling best practices, lessons learnt, experiences and stories on key thematic development areas.
• Provide support to the GGGI Program cluster’s seminars, workshops, conferences, where applicable.

ELIGIBILITY                                     

Applicants to the GGGI internship program must at the time of application meet the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s (final year), Master’s or PhD program prior to internship assignment, or a recent graduate within the last 12 months.
• Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work.
• Possess an excellent command of English.

QUALIFICATION

• Exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Experience working in a high-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills that demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• High level of proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluency in both spoken and written English is a requirement. Professional level of spoken and written French and/or Spanish would be an advantage.

SELECTION PROCESS

• Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
• GGGI evaluates applications based on: eligibility requirements, relevance of academic study and work experience (if any); and the level of interest and motivation to contribute to development work.
• Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Duration: The internship program is for at least three months and up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin your internship either prior to or within 12 months of graduation. 

Stipend: GGGI interns receive a monthly stipend of USD $500 per month (unless agreed to be funded by sponsoring institutions). All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns themselves or sponsoring institutions.  

Visa: GGGI will provide a supporting letter for visa. Interns will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas.  

Travel: Intern will arrange and finance their travel to the internship location.  

Medical Insurance: Interns must present proof of valid medical insurance to GGGI upon returning the signed internship contract.

Confidentiality: Interns must keep confidential any and all unpublished information obtained during the course of the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information.  

Academic Credit: Interns may get academic credit from their institution of higher education for the internship. Interns need to check with their university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships.  

Working Hours: interns are expected to work during normal working hours. Leave should be pre-approved by the Intern Manager, and the latter should inform the Office of HR accordingly.

Learning Outcomes: before completion of the internship, Intern Managers are expected to review the learning outcomes with the intern.

Certificate: provided upon successful completion of the internship, upon request. 

출처: https://careers.gggi.org/vacancy/hq-internship-transport-and-sustainable-mobility-531605.html