JOIN THE TEAM

For H2Global research is key. We have set up a publicly-funded research program that aims to develop and share new knowledge on key issues affecting clean hydrogen deployment and on creating new hydrogen-related opportunities in the Global South, in collaboration with institutions such as Oxford Institute for Energy Studies, the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University, the Fraunhofer Institute for Energy Economics and Energy System Technology (IEE), the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the African Development Bank and the East-Bavarian Technical University of Applied Sciences (OTH). As part of this work, we are actively engaging with our donors – representing 72+ private entities covering the whole hydrogen value chain – to collect insights on key barriers affecting clean hydrogen sector deployment.

Our small, dedicated research team with diverse educational backgrounds is looking for valuable support from an intern for 8 weeks during the summer of 2025, preferably in June and July.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

The H2Global Internship Program is a chance for degree-seeking students to engage in career exploration and development and learn new skills. The mission of the internship program is to provide pre-professional, meaningful and practical work experience related to the student’s field of study or career interest.

TASKS AND ACTIVITIES YOU WILL SUPPORT US WITH

Interns are embedded within the day-to-day work at H2Global Foundation’s research team. Interns will contribute to the research on different factors affecting the ramp-up of clean hydrogen projects in the Global South, with a special focus in Africa. More specifically, they will: :

1. Conduct literature reviews to support ongoing research on the economic, political, and social factors influencing the ramp-up of clean hydrogen projects in African countries.
2. Analyze key socio-economic impacts of clean hydrogen production projects using a newly compiled database of hydrogen projects in Africa.
3. Collaborate with the research team to develop a structured framework for evaluating the socio-economic impacts of individual hydrogen projects.
4. Draft and finalize a blog-style contribution for our website, incorporating insights from your analyses and feedback from the review process.

• Assist with the preparation and organization of a three-day in-person workshop for H2Global’s working groups in Hamburg.

1. Assist with the incorporation of the feedback gathered in the workshop in the working group reports.
2. Cross-support other activities of the research team.

CORE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Enrolled in a master’s degree program in energy and environmental studies, economics, political science, social sciences, or a comparable program.
• A forward-thinking, diligent approach to work and a passion for excellency.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of clean hydrogen and its derivatives as part of the energy transition would be a plus.
• Fluent in English and French. Knowledge of Portuguese would be a plus.
• Work or field research experience in Africa would be a plus.
• Individuals of any background are encouraged to apply.

OUR OFFER

1. H2Global’s dedicated team works in a dynamic environment at the forefront of the global hydrogen economy.
2. A H2Global team member will provide you with necessary guidance and support at work.
3. We will provide you with compensation of 2,052 EUR/month.
4. You will have access to a laptop and other necessary working tools during your stay.
5. We will cover your travel expenses to Hamburg and back.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

All applications must be received in advance of the posted deadline to be considered.Complete applications include:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Transcript (official or unofficial)
4. Writing sample
5. If selected as a finalist: Contact information for two (2) references OR two (2) letters of recommendation.

Please send your detailed application: internship@h2-global.org. The deadline for applications is March 2, 2025. All applicants receive a confirmation email once a complete application is received.

H2GLOBAL

In line with the Paris Agreement, countries around the world have set themselves ambitious climate goals. These require significant changes in all sectors of the economy. The transition towards a CO2-neutral future, will require among others enhanced energy efficiency, the ramp-up of renewable energy, electrification whenever possible, and the broad adoption of low emission technologies such as clean hydrogen and its derivatives. H2Global was created to accelerate the emergence of markets for clean hydrogen and other zero and low emission technologies globally through market-based instruments.

An international non-profit, H2Global Foundation accelerates the emergence of clean hydrogen markets and other low-emission fuels worldwide by empowering governments to actively shape and support the ramp-up of the international clean hydrogen market. This is achieved through tenders that use the innovative H2Global mechanism, currently implemented by Hintco, a wholly owned subsidiary of the H2Global Foundation. Hintco tenders are tailored to meet specific objectives, such as promoting clean energy technology or decarbonizing specific sectors. The result of Hintco’s pilot auction includes transparency on prices, securing production and delivery of clean fuels and legal certainty for projects to take the all-important final investment decision (FID). The impact and lessons learned from pilot auctions and research on clean fuels is shared globally with industry, governments and wider stakeholders.