Intern (m/f/d) for the Sino-German Cooperation on Climate Change and Green Cluster at GIZ East Asia

The position will mainly support the Sino-German Cooperation on Climate Change, specifically the following projects:

• Sino-German Cooperation on Climate Change – Climate Partnership
• Sino-German Cooperation on Climate Change – NDC Implementation
• Sino-German Cooperation on ETS, Carbon Market Mechanisms, and Non-CO₂ Greenhouse Gas Mitigation

In addition, the intern will also lend a hand to the coordination team of the "Climate, Energy, Environment and Biodiversity" cluster of GIZ East Asia.

The Sino-German-Cooperation on Climate Change facilitates bilateral exchange on NDC implementation and climate governance between the Chinese and German government. At the national level, it supports policy dialogue and enhances the exchange of experiences and best practices. At the local level, activities contribute to the enhanced implementation of climate policies (mitigation, adaptation, finance) and measures in China’s 14th and 15th Five-Year Plan. GIZ implements the project as part of Germany’s International Climate Initiative (IKI) on behalf of the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN).

• Communication-related tasks, including the maintenance and updating of the internet presence, PR and information materials, IKI newsletters and presentation slides.
• Research assignments on European, German and Chinese climate policy and support in closely following and reporting on climate-related policy developments.
• Assistance in the preparation, implementation and follow-up of project activities (including but not limited to meetings, bilateral dialogues, expert workshops, networking, conferences, study tours etc.) and related documentation of project results for internal and external use.
• Support tasks for the "Climate, Energy, Environment and Biodiversity" cluster of GIZ East Asia by supporting targeted research on cooperation potentials with multilateral development banks, preparing and maintaining monitoring and management tools, designing presentations, drafting, translating and editing publications.
• Support the gender-responsive implementation of the projects, including data monitoring, research and awareness-raising.
• Translations between German and English (and Chinese).
• Support of administrative project tasks.

required criteria

• Currently enrolled in a Master’s degree or recently graduated (within last six months) in a field relevant to both projects, e.g. Climate/Energy Policy, Environmental Economics, Political Science, International Relations or Regional Studies.
• Understanding of international climate change policies and instruments, in particular in the EU, Germany and China.
• Reliable, independent, results-oriented, structured working style and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Team player, enthusiastic, and with good communication skills.
• Working proficiency in German and English.

desirable criteria

• Prior work experience/internships in the area of climate change, international cooperation and/or prior work experience/internships in China.
• Experience in writing and using WordPress CMS.
• Knowledge of Mandarin.

GIZ is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. Recognition, appreciation and inclusion of diversity in the company are important to us. All employees shall be valued - regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability, social background, age or sexual orientation. 

Please be informed that you are only allowed to apply for this internship, if you are currently enrolled as a student or graduated not longer than six months ago from the start of your internship.

We pay a monthly stipend of €2.349,- (gross). Depending on the country of assignment a monthly expatriation allowance (gross), predetermined by GIZ will be paid on top.

We support equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities. 

For further information, please contact Mrs. Julia Berndt (julia.berndt@giz.de).