Research Intern

The intern will support the Asian and Pacific Centre for Transfer of Technology (APCTT) in implementing its substantive work programme, including research and promotion of regional mechanisms on technology transfer, especially climate and emerging technologies. The internship offers learning opportunities on innovation systems, regional cooperation, and UN mandates related to sustainable development and technology transfer.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and literature reviews on topics related to technology transfer, climate technologies, innovation systems, renewable energy, artificial intelligence and sustainable development.
• Assist in the preparation of research papers, policy briefs, analytical reports and other knowledge products.
• Assist in planning and organising Community of Practice webinars, workshops and virtual events, including logistics, agenda preparation and follow-up.
• Identify and map relevant experts, institutions and networks for potential collaboration with APCTT.
• Monitor developments in science, technology and innovation policy relevant to APCTT's mandate and prepare summaries and briefs for APCTT staff.
• Support the knowledge management functions of the organisation, including document management and resource compilation.
• Conduct research on the landscape of technology transfer offices across the Asia-Pacific.
• Other activities as may be decided by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Climate Change, Environment, Innovation, Sustainable Development, International Relations related to science and technology, or any other related area; or have graduated with a university degree as defined above and must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
• Good understanding of climate technologies, sustainable development and/or science & technology topics.
• Experience in web-based research and digital content creation.
• Excellent written communication and networking skills.
• Proficiency in standard software applications (MS Office, Canva, AI tools) and familiarity with AI tools and social media platforms.
• Applicants are not required to have professional work experience but must be computer literate in standard software applications.
• Familiarity with science, technology and innovation, renewable energy, climate change, artificial intelligence and related issues is desirable.
• Data handling skills and proficiency in spreadsheets (Excel) are an asset.
• Experience in community management, event coordination or academic research is an advantage.
• Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.
• Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.

Skills

• Climate Technology
• Sustainable Development
• Science and Technology
• Internet-Based Research
• Digital Content Creation
• Written Communication
• Networking
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Canva
• AI Tools Usage
• Social Media Platforms
• Computer Literacy
• Data Handling
• Excel
• Community Management
• Event Coordination
• Academic Research

Languages

English, French