Intern (m/f/d) in the project Country Closure Support for Demand-Side Subsidies Component

Access to energy is a pre-requisite for sustainable economic and social development. However, significant inequalities in energy access persist, often due to products being unaffordable for marginalised population groups.

Through its component Energy Access through Demand-Side Subsidies (DSS), Energising Development (EnDev) is piloting DSS mechanisms to promote access to subsidised solar home systems or improved / clean cookstoves for marginalised households (incl. refugees and host communities), while minimising market distortion and encouraging collaboration with the private sector.

The EnDev partnership is a joint results-oriented global programme of Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, and Switzerland. EnDev's objective is to provide access to modern energy services for households, social institutions as well as small and medium sized enterprises.

The EnDev project is entering the final phase, concluding in December 2026. To support a smooth and effective closure of the DSS component, EnDev now seeks an intern to strengthen its capacities at headquarters.

During the internship, you will perform the following tasks:

• Supporting EnDev with the closing process of the DSS pilots across four Sub-Saharan countries and EnDev Core
• Assisting with the development and design of communication materials
• Assisting in the documentation and publication of knowledge products from each of the DSS countries
• Preparation and organisation of closure events
• Supporting the review of DSS studies and evaluations
• Contributing to the exchange with international stakeholders on demand-side subsidies

• At least 2 years of university studies in Science, Social Science, Economics or a related interdisciplinary field with a focus on energy, development, or other relevant areas
• Good communication (written and oral) skills as well as the ability to effectively build relationships
• Excellent analytical skills
• Good organisational and planning skills
• Good knowledge and experience in the use of MS Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel); knowledge in working with MS Teams is desirable
• Fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory, German and French are an asset
• Regional expertise or experience in Sub-Saharan Africa are desirable
• Expertise or experience in development cooperation or the energy sector are desirable

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).

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

For further information, please contact Mr Markus Bissel (markus.bissel@giz.de).