Intern- Air uality, Sustainable Cities

Intern- Air Quality, Sustainable Cities Data Analysis & Technical Research

Location: Mumbai, India
Stipend: 25000 Per Month
Duration: 2 to 3 months

Who we are and what we do?

WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI Indias mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earths environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being.

We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organisation. Currently over 250 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.

Program Overview for Sustainable Cities and Transport

At WRI India Ross Center we focus on 10 integrated solutions to urban challenges. Through applied research, tools, hands-on advice, and by tapping our network of global experts, we accelerate transformative urban initiatives that have the power to change Indian cities into thriving, equitable and low-carbon places that are good for people and the planet.

Working at WRI India Ross Center offers you the unique opportunity to learn and grow as you collaborate with a diverse set of change agents across Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai. As Indias biggest urban-focused think and do tank, we seek thoughtful, enterprise-minded and sensitive individuals who can help us support this transformation and make a positive difference to citizens everyday lives.

About your Role:

Air pollution is one emerging as one of the major concerns for India. WRI India is working with 10 prominent cities of India to mitigate emissions at source (construction sites, paved/unpaved roads, etc.) and to support cities to achieve National Clean Air Programme goals under WRI Indias Accelerator for Clean Air Actions (ACAAS) Program. Hence, WRI India is looking for interns to work on air quality monitoring, mapping of air pollution hotspots, and data analysis of emissions in multiple cities.

WRI India requires a self-motivated, smart, detail-oriented and highly organized individual. This is a position for someone looking to work in air quality management.

How Your day will unfold:

You will handle a range of responsibilities. Some of the key responsibilities will include:

• Perform primary surveys within the city to collect data on air pollution sources and identify issues across varied sectors.
• Perform air pollution hotspot mapping and data analysis through site visits and data analysis.
• Support the team in all on-field air pollution monitoring, measurement, instrumental deployment, on-site operations, and activity data collection.
• Support the team in events and capacity-building activities.
• Technical report and paper writing.
• Contribute to project documentation, including reports, presentations, and summaries.
• Support team coordination and communication during field activities.
• Coordination for logistics and support during major events and workshops.
• Any other task coming from project goals.

Qualifications and Requirements we are looking for:

• Masters degree completed/pursuing in a Science subject (Environmental Science/Environmental Engineering/Urban Planning/Urban Design preferable) or a related discipline, with experience/interest in air quality monitoring are encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as part of a team.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Proficiency in GIS, Microsoft 360 is preferable.
• Working knowledge of data analysis and presentation tools like PowerBI, MATLAB, and Python is desirable.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-cultural, global workplace.
• Someone who can work independently, with little direction and guidance.
• Strong surveying and analytical capabilities.
• Ready to travel locally when needed.
• Interns need to bring their own laptops and arrange for internet in the field (for basic communication).

List of Documents to be attached:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purposes. You will be required to take a writing/analytical test.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India

WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experience to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns, and information about diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.

Learn more about WRI Indias commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

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