Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), New Delhi
Research Intern, Sustainable Food Systems
Terms of Reference
At CEEW, we are deliberate about what we stand for (and what we don’t stand for!) as an employer. 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
Reporting to: Programme Associate / Consultant
Job Location: New Delhi Duration : 3–6 months (extendable based on performance and project
requirements)
Purpose
The Sustainable Food Systems (SFS) team at CEEW works at the
intersection of food, agriculture, energy, climate, and livelihoods to support
evidence-based pathways towards sustainable development.
The Research Intern will support ongoing analytical and
policy research related to food systems transformation, resource efficiency,
land-use transitions, and the role of energy in enabling sustainable
agricultural development. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to
high-impact research, engage with diverse datasets, and support the development
of policy-relevant insights.
About the Focus Area
The SFS team seeks to reimagine India's food systems by
aligning environmental sustainability, economic resilience, and livelihood
outcomes. The programme works across themes such as agricultural transitions,
emissions mitigation, resource efficiency, food security, energy-agriculture
linkages, and sustainable land-use pathways.
The team collaborates with governments, research
institutions, industry stakeholders, and civil society organizations to
generate evidence and support decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Research and Analysis
·Conduct literature reviews on topics related to
agriculture, energy systems, climate mitigation, food security, and sustainable
development.
·Support quantitative and qualitative analysis of
agricultural, energy, environmental, and socio-economic datasets.
·Assist in developing analytical frameworks,
scenario assessments, and evidence synthesis.
·Contribute to data collection, cleaning,
validation, and interpretation.
Modelling and Data
Support
·Support the development and refinement of
analytical and modelling exercises.
·Work with large datasets to derive insights on
resource use, land-use change, agricultural productivity, and sustainability
outcomes.
·Assist in preparing visualizations, dashboards,
and analytical outputs.
Policy Research
·Track relevant policy developments at national
and international levels.
·Analyze policy instruments, government
programmes, and emerging trends related to agriculture, energy, and
sustainability.
·Support preparation of policy notes, briefs, and
background research documents.
Stakeholder
Engagement
·Support stakeholder mapping and preparation of
engagement materials.
·Assist in organizing consultations, workshops,
and expert discussions.
·Document key insights from meetings and
stakeholder interactions.
Communication
·Develop presentations, briefs, and research
summaries.
·Contribute to internal knowledge products and
external publications.
·Support dissemination of research findings to
technical and non-technical audiences.
Qualifications and
Experience
Education
Candidates should be pursuing or have recently completed a
Bachelor's or Master's degree in one of the following disciplines:
·Energy Studies
·Environmental Science
·Environmental Economics
·Economics
·Public Policy
·Sustainability Studies
·Agricultural Economics
·Engineering (Energy, Environmental, Chemical,
Mechanical, or related disciplines)
·Related interdisciplinary fields
Experience
·0–2 years of relevant experience, including
internships, research assistantships, academic projects, or professional
experience.
·Prior exposure to energy systems, climate
policy, sustainability, agriculture, or resource management is desirable.
·Experience working with datasets and conducting
policy or research analysis will be an advantage.
Key Competencies
·Analytical Skills
·Strong quantitative and analytical abilities.
·Ability to synthesize information from diverse
sources and identify key insights.
·Data Handling
·Familiarity with Excel and data analysis tools.
·Exposure to statistical software (R, Python,
STATA, or similar) is desirable.
·Ability to work with large datasets and perform
basic data cleaning and analysis.
·Energy and Sustainability Understanding
·Foundational understanding of energy systems,
climate change, sustainability, or environmental policy.
·Interest in the intersections between
agriculture, energy, and sustainable development.
·Communication
·Strong written and verbal communication skills.
·Ability to pres
