Research Intern - Clean Air

Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi

Terms of
Reference

Research Intern

We are particular about what
we stand for (and what we do not stand for!) as an employer. So, if the below
description strikes a chord, we would love to hear from you!

At CEEW, we build careers in
public policy

●        We offer strong
visionary leadership – with emphasis on research and impact at scale

●        We actively promote
leadership by initiative

●        We celebrate talent
and ambition

●        You will be surrounded
by smart people who will challenge you and help you grow

●        You will learn faster
than your peers in other organisations

●        Curiosity and
irreverence, as well as responsibility, come together at CEEW

●        You will get
above-market remuneration

●        We provide a safe
space for all

●        At CEEW, your life is
your example for others

Job Designation:  Research Intern

No. of Position:
02

Job Location: New Delhi

Reporting to: Programme Associate

Duration: 3 months (Extended to 6 months on
based of performance)

Purpose:

The intern will contribute to ongoing research projects
focused on industrial emissions, policy instruments, and clean technology
transitions. This will include estimating emissions from various industrial
sectors, conducting technical and cost-benefit assessments of different types
of boilers, and analysing the existing industrial policy and institutional
frameworks at both regional and national levels. The role demands strong
analytical skills, policy writing capabilities, and a foundational
understanding of industrial systems and pollution control technologies.

Job
duties and accountabilities

Research
and Analysis

·       Conduct
literature reviews on environmental regulations, emissions monitoring, and
industrial decarbonisation strategies.

·       Analyse
data from secondary sources (government portals, policy databases, industry
submissions) to support policy recommendations.

·       Assist in
interpreting data from continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS), and
assessing the effectiveness of regulatory interventions.

·       Draft
background notes, memos, and analytical summaries for internal and external
use.

Technical
Understanding and Policy Translation

·       Work
closely with researchers to understand technical concepts (e.g., boiler
efficiency, emission factors, abatement technologies) and translate them into
clear, accessible insights.

·       Support
development of policy briefs, blogs, and reports by synthesising technical
findings and aligning them with policy context.

·       Track
regulatory developments across states and sectors relevant to industrial
pollution.

Stakeholder
Engagement and Communication

·       Prepare
presentations and visual material for internal discussions and external
engagements.

·       Support
organisation of stakeholder meetings, including background research and
documentation.

·       Maintain
communication records and follow-up notes from consultations.

Selection Criteria

Pursuing or recently completed Bachelor’s/Master’s in:

·       Public
Policy / Environmental Studies / Economics, or

·       Engineering
disciplines (Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical, Instrumentation) with
demonstrated interest in public policy.

Key Skills and Competencies

·       Strong
writing and analytical skills; ability to produce policy-relevant outputs.

·       Basic
understanding of industrial emissions, environmental regulations, and clean
technology.

·       Comfort
with handling technical content (e.g., emission norms, abatement systems).

·       Familiarity
with MS Excel, Google Workspace; knowledge of R/Python is a plus.

·       Ability to
work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

·       Willingness
to travel for field visits and stakeholder interviews (if needed).

CEEW operates in a dynamic environment and the
candidate will be required to show flexibility in undertaking a variety of
tasks.

Compensation

Competitive
compensation – commensurate to the experience and matching the best of
standards adopted by industry or other similar organisations for similar roles.