Energy systems worldwide are undergoing rapid changes. Many countries have set themselves net-zero targets. While renewable energies play a pivotal role and fossil-fuel phase-out is on the agenda, countries face significant challenges: grids and markets, regulation and system integration, structural change, and a just transition. In a nutshell, it is about reinventing energy systems.
 
This is where Agora Energiewende gets involved. Under the umbrella of the Agora Think Tanks (Agora Energiewende, Agora Industry and Agora Agriculture), we pursue a global climate-neutral energy system by the middle of the century. With around 180 employees at four locations worldwide, we combine research, dialogues, and public relations in our daily work to find answers to those questions crucial to the energy transition. In doing so, we work closely with partners in numerous countries. And - very importantly - we act independently and free of economic or party-political interests. 
 
To strengthen our team in Berlin, Germany, we are seeking a:
 
Student Assistant Power System Transformation (f/m/d)
(16-20 hours per week)

• Literature reviews and data analyses;
• Consolidating knowledge on power system topics into PowerPoint presentations or other knowledge products;
• Monitoring and analysis of technical, regulatory, or political developments;
• Support the preparation of qualitative and quantitative analyses on current issues of climate and energy policy;
• Organizational support for research projects;
• Organizational support for meetings and events;
• Occasional administrative tasks, e.g., handling invoices and documents.

• The opportunity to work in a committed team and on a key future task in this strategically important area;
• Predominantly freely configurable working hours;
• A diverse and international working environment in a cooperative working atmosphere with flat communication and decision-making hierarchies;
• An attractive workplace in Berlin-Mitte and the option of hybrid work with good digital equipment;
• A comprehensive onboarding program; opportunities for personal development and advancement, including access to a mental health coaching platform;
• A student employment contract initially limited to one year with reasonable remuneration. 

Below are the skills and experience we are looking for. Please consider this as a menu, not a list of requirements. We are looking for demonstrable experience in at least some of these and evidence of capacity to build skills in other areas.

• A completed bachelor's degree and master's degree currently in progress (ongoing still for at least one year) in a relevant subject, e.g., energy, electrical engineering, economics, finance, business engineering, or political/social science;
• Knowledge of energy systems; 
• Interest in analytical work;
• First work experience (e.g., internships) is an advantage;
• Confident handling of qualitative and quantitative data;  
• An open-minded communication style and openness to working in a diverse and intercultural team;
• Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English; other languages are a plus.

Does our job offer appeal to you? We look forward to receiving your application until 29 September 2024 via our website.
 
For reasons of objectivity, we ask that you refrain from submitting an application photo.
 
We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone. Therefore, we are particularly pleased to receive applications from people from groups that have been underrepresented in energy policy so far. We welcome applications regardless of gender and gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, disability and age, and sexual orientation. Our offices are not completely barrier-free, but we are open to finding individual solutions.
 
As part of this, we are soliciting anonymous information on a voluntary basis regarding our applicant’s backgrounds. This information will be used only to inform future recruitment strategies and will not impact hiring decisions in any form. Your input will not be forwarded to third parties and will not be used in connection with your application.
 
Please follow this link to participate in the survey. 
https://limes.sefep.eu/index.php/833735?lang=en

If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Rosenhauer at sandy.rosenhauer@agora-thinktanks.org.