Opportunity for Policy Intern at Epic India in New Delhi

Policy Intern

The Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago (EPIC) India is seeking a full-time Policy Intern who would support provide support to the EPIC India Programs team on identified workstreams. This position will be based in New Delhi.

Location: New Delhi

Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Our Mission

India faces the dual challenge of rapidly improving living standards—through sustained economic growth and expanded access to reliable and affordable energy—while simultaneously reducing pollution for a cleaner and healthier environment. EPIC India researchers work hand-in-hand with government and industry partners to identify innovative ideas, pilot them on the ground, and rigorously measure outcomes.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Conduct background research and write high quality policy reviews on various energy and environment related topics
• Write materials that “translate” economic research and other EPIC-India messages into policy outreach and communications, including reports, articles, op-eds, blogs, and evaluation summaries
• Track energy and environment policy developments and trends in India and beyond
• Assist in organizing meetings, events, workshops, policy dialogues with partner organizations
• Assist in organizing programmatic capacity building and training sessions, and other policy activities
• Perform other related duties as required as assigned by the line manager or senior management at EPIC India 

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Excellent presentation and report writing skills with high proficiency in MS office i.e. Word/Excel/PowerPoint etc.
• Ability to articulate complex ideas into impactful proposals/reports
• Understanding of environmental policy is preferred
• Experience in partnership development with research affiliates, think-tanks and funding organizations.
• Ability to multitask, identify priorities and meet deadlines is essential 

Minimum Qualification:

• Under-graduate degree in economics, International development, Management, Engineering and/or other related fields. Prior experience is not necessary as long as candidate has demonstrated interest in policy writing
• Strong communication and writing skills are essential
• Strongly motivated to drive social impact and improve lives

EPIC India offers competitive salaries. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed and considered on a rolling basis. Interested applicants can apply below.

Please apply, latest by March 25, 2022.