Stand.earth in collaboration with the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), is looking to hire a Research Assistant Intern for Summer 2025. The intern will assist IEEFA analysts in preparing timely, relevant, and impactful analysis about the energy transition.

The intern will be a member of IEEFA's oil & gas team, assisting ongoing research projects on the decline of fossil fuels in institutional investment portfolios and regional economies. Responsibilities may include:

• Identifying and summarizing relevant scholarly and practitioner literature
• Data collection, processing, and analysis
• Assisting in the writing and editing of public-facing materials
• Interfacing with advocacy and campaign groups

The intern can expect to receive 1:1 support, mentorship, and guidance from IEEFA analysts, and the position is intended as an opportunity for personal exploration and growth. We welcome applications from a range of backgrounds and prior experiences. This includes those with prior academic or professional exposure to economic, financial, and climate policy matters, but also those with a demonstrated commitment to research, writing, activism and organizing, and other relevant areas. Applicants should be prepared to discuss what their prior experiences (whatever they may be) would enable them to bring to IEEFA and to the broader climate movement.

This position is made possible thanks to the generous support of Stand.earth. In addition to working with IEEFA, the intern will be a member of Stand's Youth Climate Finance Fellowship. Fellows of this program can expect to receive additional mentorship and skill-building from the Stand.earth team.

Projected Hours & Stipend:

This is a remote position based in North America, running approximately 8-12 weeks over the course of this summer, and up to 30 hours per week (exact dates and hours to be determined in collaboration with the successful applicant). This position includes a monthly stipend of at least $2,000 USD, depending on the duration of the position.

To Apply:

This role is intended for a current college student or recent college graduate. We will be looking for those with an active interest in climate justice, who are fast learners, effective communicators, and strong researchers and writers. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. We encourage candidates to submit their application by May 27, 2025, as we will begin reviewing applications at that time. The position will remain open until filled. Applications should include:

• A brief cover letter discussing reasons for applying
• A resume laying out prior professional, academic, and/or movement experience
• A writing sample, of any type (e.g. a class paper, op-ed, report, etc.) demonstrating research, analytical, and/or persuasive skills. Co-authored pieces are acceptable if accompanied by a brief description of the applicant's role in the project

Questions can be directed to the email [email protected].

About Stand.earth:

Stand.earth is a nonprofit environmental organization working to create a world where respect for people and the environment comes first. Our campaigns challenge destructive corporate and governmental practices, demand accountability, and create solutions that support all of us - and the environment and climate upon which we depend. Stand's strategic approach and fierce determination have yielded extraordinary results: Since 2000, we've secured the protection of millions of acres of wilderness, shifted billions of dollars of corporate purchasing toward responsible options, and transformed the environmental practices of more than 100 major U.S. corporations. Stand operates in the United States and Canada.

Stand recognizes and respects the sovereignty of First Nations and tribes, as well as the rights of Indigenous Peoples and frontline communities. These communities are often first and most directly impacted by environmental pollution and climate change, and they provide critical leadership in developing solutions.

Pollution, climate change, and corporations' bad behavior disproportionately hurts the most marginalized people in society - including people of color, people from working class backgrounds, people with disabilities, women and LGBTQ+ people. To develop transformative solutions, these communities must be centered in the work we do. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other historically marginalized communities. If you require assistance applying to this opportunity, please contact [email protected].

About IEEFA:

IEEFA is a global team of energy finance analysts, communications experts, and management professionals, based in Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, and South Asia. Each team member brings specialized experience-whether in investment decision-making, utility resource planning, banking, economic policy, public relations or campaign development-that creates a unique fusion of insight and expertise.

IEEFA's market-based research shows how the rise of the new energy economy, where renewable energy sources are steadily eroding reliance on fossil fuels, makes financial sense for investors, governments, businesses, communities and ratepayers.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at IEEFA. All members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing all team members with a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy/parental status or disability status.