Policy and Research Intern

Job Title: Policy and Research Intern 

Location: London (hybrid) 

Schedule: Full time (35 hrs per week) 

Duration: 6-month internship, with potential for extension 

Start date: February 2025 

 

Background 

The Green Hydrogen Organisation (GH2) is a non-profit foundation advancing the development of green hydrogen produced from renewable energy and water. GH2 collaborates with governments, industries, and civil society to address climate change by promoting green hydrogen in sectors that require urgent decarbonisation, including steel, fertilisers, marine transport, and aviation. 

 

About the role 

GH2 is seeking a motivated and dynamic Policy and Research Intern to support its policy team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about tackling climate change and engaging with the global energy transition. 

The successful candidate will play a key role in researching green hydrogen policies and market trends, drafting high-quality policy briefs, and facilitating stakeholder engagement. The position is based in London (Canary Wharf) and operates on a hybrid working arrangement. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Research: Conduct research on green hydrogen policies, regulations, and global market developments to inform GH2’s initiatives. 

  • Policy Briefs and Reports: Draft well-researched policy briefs, reports, and updates to GH2’s green hydrogen project database. 

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Support outreach efforts with governments, corporations, and international organisations, including attending meetings and workshops. 

  • Administrative Tasks: Assist with scheduling, correspondence, and document management to ensure smooth operations. 

  • Other Duties: Contribute to other projects or ad hoc tasks aligned with the policy and research function. 

 

Skills and Experience 

 

Essential: 

  • Recent graduate in Environmental Policy, Energy Studies, International Relations, or a related discipline. 

  • Strong analytical and organisational skills. 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. 

  • Interest in the energy transition, green hydrogen, and climate change. 

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. 

Desirable: 

  • Familiarity with international energy policies and regulations. 

  • Fluency in French or other languages. 

  • Experience with stakeholder engagement, workshops, or policy dialogues. 

Personal Attributes 

  • A high degree of self-motivation, positive attitude, drive and the ability to contribute to a multi-cultural, team-based work environment. 

  • Excellent interpersonal skills. 

  • Ability to multitask, work flexibly, creatively and under pressure in response to needs or changing demands. 

  • Well organized and of highest ethical standards. 

What we offer: 

  • Basic London Living Wage of £13.85/hour plus potential for a higher rate and then work up the scale based on the candidate’s experience. 

  • An opportunity to play a part in solving the climate crisis in a mission-driven, highly motivated, and professional team. 

  • Hybrid working with expectation of office days with the team in London. 

  • Diverse experiences including professional relationships with colleagues and experts from a variety of countries around the globe, and working with important policy processes at national, regional, and international level. 

  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. 

  • Unlimited vacation policy. 

  

To apply: 

  • Please send a CV and one page cover letter to team@gh2.org with “Policy and Research Intern” in the subject line by 12 February 2025. 

  • We reserve the right to conduct interviews prior to the deadline and therefore welcome applications in a timely manner. 

No agencies please.

GH2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and consider all applicants based on merit without regard to race, gender, sex, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.