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Mexico: Subnational/Green Infrastructure Intern

Mexico City

  • Organization: GGGI - Global Green Growth Institute
  • Location: Mexico City
  • Grade: Internship - Internship
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Environment
    • Infrastructure and Urban-Rural development
  • Closing Date: Closed

Mexico: Subnational/Green Infrastructure Intern

 

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 Mexico Office to support daily activities for the subnational programme.

The assignment will include the followings but not limited to:

  • Support programs, projects and actions related to the subnational area in México, in alignment with GGGI Mexico’s Country Programme Framework;
  • Support subnational entities to issue a thematic bond to access financial sources by developing frameworks and advancing negotiations with international counterparts;
  • Identify voluntary carbon market opportunities to offset residual GHG emissions (ex. Chihuahua, Monterrey);
  • Participate in the development of electric mobility strategies;
  • Support projects execution consistent with their objectives engaging national counterparts and building reputation for quality design and reliable delivery;
  • Provide planning, logistical, and technical support in the organization, development of strategic events related to the subnational programme;
  • Participate in any other ad hoc relevant activities deemed necessary for the development of GGGI’s México programme.

 

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.
  • Although all candidates are eligible to apply, strong preference will be given to candidates already living in Mexico from engineering, environmental science, technical, economics and/or finance backgrounds.
  • 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
  • Basic notions and passion for sustainable development and climate agendas.
  • Prior experience and familiarity with the following topics in Mexico are an asset: low-carbon development strategies, subnational policies and green infrastructure.
  • Experience organising and coordinating events, developing communication materials (design) is an asset. 
  • Proficiency with MS-Office
  • Reliability, team spirit, flexibility, and empathy for intercultural dialogue.
  • Excellent time and autonomy (self-management) skills
  • Excellent research and analytical skills
  • Excellent verbal and written fluency in English and Spanish 

 

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 her/his 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.

 

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