Research Intern

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

Research Intern - Energy Storage

Terms of Reference

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**We are proud to build careers in public policy and social impact.**
- 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 ambitious 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

**Designation offered**

Research Intern
- Energy Storage

**Reporting to**

Research Analyst

**Location**

New Delhi / Remote

**Duration** 3
- 6 months

**Purpose**

**Job Duties and Responsibilities**

The successful applicant will assist fellow researchers in undertaking robust quantitative and qualitative analysis. Outlined below are the key duties and responsibilities of this role.

**Research**
- Carry out a relevant literature review to support the identification of research questions, approaches and methodologies for analysing the evolving market risks and opportunities in existing/upcoming battery technologies.
- Review recent reports, journal papers, and other relevant research publications on battery technologies, battery materials and battery safety undertaken at the national and international level.
- Collect and analyse data relating to battery safety statistics globally.
- Analyse battery storage deployment and battery fire incidents at the state, national and international level.
- Conduct research on the regulations and standards governing battery storage, as well as the institutions responsible for drafting and implementing these regulations.
- Understand the testing and certification process for battery storage in India and globally.

**Programme Assistance**
- Assist with project implementation, including preparing presentations, factsheets and other communication material.
- Contribute to reports and other research products as part of the research team.
- Accompany team members for meetings with other stakeholders; prepare minutes of the meetings and assist with relevant follow up.
- Assist in organising webinars, workshops and roundtables as part of the team’s outreach activities.
- Participate in various team meetings.

**Selection Criteria**

**Education**
- Enrolled in or completed Master’s degree/Bachelor’s degree with a specialisation in electrical/ chemical/ materials/ mechanical engineering, renewable energy technologies, chemistry or related fields.
- Previous internships in any related fields would be an advantage.

**Main Skills**
- Must have strong research skills - capability to carry out literature review is a key requisite, familiarity with research methods is desirable.
- Familiarity with public policy research techniques and tools is desirable
- Sound understanding of battery storage technologies (particularly lithium-ion) and their policy and regulatory environment
- Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work on multi-disciplinary projects
- Experience in dealing with stakeholders (industry, academic, government etc.) preferred

**Compensation**

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

**Application Process