Research Intern, Just Green Technology Transition
APRI—Africa Policy Research Institute is an independent, nonpartisan institute researching key policy issues affecting the African continent. Its goals are to provide input to the German and EU policy-making processes on Africa and options on key policy issues to African stakeholders.
To do this, APRI taps into the expertise of African intellectuals, scholars, and networks, collaborating with a wide range of organisations at home and abroad to conduct policy research that looks beyond prevailing narratives and transcends disciplinary hegemonies to centre Africa. Its outputs include reports, policy briefs, and short analyses with the goal of expanding to other innovative ways of disseminating its work.
APRI seeks a highly motivated and enthusiastic research intern to support and contribute to its Just Green Technology Transition research. The ideal candidate should possess relevant research experience and a strong understanding of Climate Change and Green Technology policy, specifically within the African context.
Duties and responsibilities
- Conduct research, writing, data analysis, and editing for program topics.
- Support the coordination and execution of workshops, webinars, and other events.
- Contribute to the creation and implementation of online content (e.g., images, databases).
- Offer administrative and general support to the project team.
- Completed postgraduate studies in a relevant field, such as climate policy, technology policy, trade policy, or economics, are required.
- Proven strong research and analytical capabilities, specifically relating to green technology policy within an African context.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Reliable, flexible, and self-motivated, with a demonstrated ability to independently manage and prioritise tasks.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Applicants registered in Europe must be currently enrolled in a European university (German: Pflichtpraktikum).
Applications with attachments otherwise titled will not be considered.
APRI is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified candidates to submit their applications.
Terms: Full-time, on a 556€ monthly basis
Duration of contract: 3-6 months with the possibility of extension
Location: Berlin, Germany, or remote
Starting date: January 2026
Application deadline: 15.12.2025
About APRI
APRI - Africa Policy Research Institute is an independent, nonpartisan institute researching key policy issues affecting the African continent. Its goals are to provide input to the German and EU policy-making processes on Africa and options on key policy issues to African stakeholders.
To achieve this, APRI taps into the expertise of African intellectuals, scholars, and networks, collaborating with a wide range of organizations at home and abroad to conduct policy research that looks beyond prevailing narratives and transcends disciplinary hegemonies to center Africa. Its outputs include reports, policy briefs, and short analyses, with the goal of expanding to other innovative ways of disseminating its work.