Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) · Suva, Fiji, Fiji
The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is offering an internship opportunity at its Pacific Regional Office in Suva, Fiji, focusing on renewable energy and energy efficiency. Interns will support technical research, documentation, and coordination related to rural electrification and clean energy investments. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates in relevant engineering fields seeking practical experience in a multicultural environment. Candidates will gain insights into GGGI's operations while contributing to impactful projects in the Pacific region.
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.
Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work.
Posess an excellent command of English.
Academic background in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, renewable energy engineering, energy systems, mechanical engineering or a closely related field.
Foundational understanding of renewable energy technologies, energy efficiency, electrical systems, power generation and distribution, or rural electrification.
Good analytical, research, organizational and problem-solving skills, with close attention to accuracy and detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to present technical information clearly to non-technical audiences; familiarity with engineering drawings, system specifications, energy data or basic electrical calculations is an advantage.
Demonstrated interest in renewable energy, energy access, climate action and sustainable development in the Pacific region.
Ability to work collaboratively, manage assigned tasks responsibly and operate respectfully in a multicultural environment.
The assignment will include the followings but not limited to:
Support the review and organization of technical information on renewable energy, energy efficiency, electricity networks, rural electrification and energy access in participating Pacific Island Countries.
Support the preparation of technical outputs, including briefing materials, presentations and technical report sections.
Undertake desk research and summarize relevant national energy policies, regulations, grid codes, utility requirements, sector plans and good practices applicable to programme activities.
Compile, clean and maintain technical data, country information, project trackers and records of technical decisions and follow-up actions.
Contribute to communications activities for the program as designated by the supervisor.
Support preparations for country consultations, technical meetings, workshops and missions, including background research, presentation materials, minutes and action tracking.
Contribute to programme monitoring and reporting by collecting information on technical progress, outputs, risks and lessons learned.
Coordinate with programme colleagues and, where requested, government, utility, consultant and development partner counterparts in a professional and culturally respectful manner.
Carry out other relevant tasks assigned by the supervisor that contribute to the delivery of EU Pac-REP.