PHILIPPINES : RESEARCH AND PROJECT SUPPORT INTERN

Please note that the deadline is based on Korean Standard Time Zone (KST, UTC+9)

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. 

PROJECT BACKGROUND

Background 

The Philippines is experiencing rapid growth in data centers, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications, resulting in increasing energy demand and greenhouse gas emissions. The EAI-DC Project seeks to promote the deployment of energy-efficient Neural Processing Unit (NPU)-based AI accelerator provided by Korean technology as an alternative to conventional GPU-based AI systems. 

As an initial phase of the project, GGGI intends to undertake a rapid assessment to identify a suitable Philippine company for pilot testing and assess the technical, operational, and commercial readiness for deployment of the technology. The results will serve as the basis for a future demonstration project and investment mobilization activities. Alongside technical feasibility, the project will also identify policy development needs and regulatory opportunities required to foster this emerging sector.  

Objective 

The objective of this internship is to provide research, data collection, and administrative/coordination support to the EAI-DC Project team, contributing to the Market and Stakeholder Assessment, Baseline Assessment, and Pilot Demonstration Preparation activities under the guidance of the GGGI Philippines Project Manager. 

SCOPE OF WORK 

 The Intern shall undertake the following activities: 

  • Support coordination with CTAF Secretariat in project implementation and communications 
  • Support desk research on the Philippine data center, cloud computing, and AI infrastructure market, including relevant policies (e.g., DOST, DOE, DICT) and industry trends. 
  • Assist in compiling and organizing a longlist of potential pilot companies (data center operators, cloud service providers, AI solution providers, AI-intensive enterprises). 
  • Support desk research on market assessment and policy landscape analysis. 
  • Support formatting, referencing, and proofreading of the project deliverables. 
  • Assist with logistics for site visits and the stakeholder validation workshop in Manila, including venue/travel coordination as needed. 
  • Provide general administrative support to the EAI-DC Project team, including maintaining a project document filing system and updating the stakeholder contact database. 

The Intern shall report to the Project Manager, GGGI Philippines, and submit a brief final internship report at the end of the assignment. 

QUALIFICATIONS
  • Currently enrolled in, or a recent graduate (within the past 12 months) of, a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Engineering, Environmental Science, Energy/Sustainability, Information Technology, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field. 
  • Genuine interest in climate change, clean energy, digital infrastructure, or AI-related sustainability topics. 
  • Strong research, data organization, and written communication skills in English. 
  • Proficiency in standard office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with basic data organization tools is an advantage. 
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a small project team. 
  • Prior internship, coursework, or project experience related to energy, sustainability, or the private sector is an advantage but not required. 
SELECTION PROCESS
  • Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
  • GGGI evaluates applications based on: eligibility requirements, relevance of academic study and work experience (if any); and the level of interest and motivation to contribute to development work.
  • Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 
TEMRS AND CONDITIONS
  • Duration: The internship program is for at least three months and up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin your internship either prior to or within 12 months of graduation. 
  • Stipend: GGGI interns receive a monthly stipend of USD $500 per month (unless agreed to be funded by sponsoring institutions). All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns themselves or sponsoring institutions.  
  • Visa: GGGI will provide a supporting letter for visa. Interns will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas.  
  • Travel: Intern will arrange and finance their travel to the internship location.  
  • Medical Insurance: Interns must present proof of valid medical insurance to GGGI upon returning the signed internship contract.
  • Confidentiality: Interns must keep confidential any and all unpublished information obtained during the course of the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information.  
  • Academic Credit: Interns may get academic credit from their institution of higher education for the internship. Interns need to check with their university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships.  
  • Working Hours: interns are expected to work during normal working hours. Leave should be pre-approved by the Intern Manager, and the latter should inform the Office of HR accordingly.
  • Learning Outcomes: before completion of the internship, Intern Managers are expected to review the learning outcomes with the intern.
  • Certificate: provided upon successful completion of the internship, upon request.
 
Child protection – GGGI is committed to child protection, irrespective of whether any specific area of work involves direct contact with children. GGGI’s Child Protection Policy is written in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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