RCREEE, in cooperation with the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) offers recent graduates 6 internship opportunities at its regional headquarters in Cairo.

The selected interns should be prepared to relocate to Cairo and work in a fast-paced team environment. Interns will complete the internship period having gained a broad experience in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and regional cooperation fields. Among the activities to be carried out during the 6 months are:

• Hands-on training on data mining, research and analysis skills through direct involvement in regional and country level research

• Placement in RCREEE projects under the supervision of Program Managers and Senior Experts

• Technical training courses by leading regional technical experts from the region

• Soft skills training courses (communication skills, leadership and project management, business and technical writing)

• Attending relevant regional workshops and/or Exchange mission with other young professionals to collaborate on running projects

• Periodic evaluation and feedback

Duties and Responsibilities

The selected candidates will work under the supervision of RCREEE team in any of the following areas:

• Research and analysis on renewable energy and energy efficiency trends and technologies in the Arab States

• Engage in project support and implementation in the fields of policy, institutional development, facts/figures, finance and private investments promotion relevant to RE/EE.

• Engage in RCREEE’s business development activities.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate of: Engineering, Environmental Studies, Economics, Political Science, or Business Administration

• Being enrolled in or a holder of a relevant Master’s Degree is a plus

• Previous experience in the field of sustainable energy and similar developmental projects is a plus

• Fluency in Arabic and one of the two languages; English or French, is a must

• Enthusiastic about the role of RCREEE and renewable energy and energy efficiency fields, and ready to learn

• Excellent writing, editing and communications skills

• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and deadlines-oriented

• Internet and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency is required

General Terms and Conditions

• APSEY is a full time internship. Interns will be required to abide by RCREEE working hours (8 hours/day) 5 days a week.

• The internship program operates on a remunerative basis. For interns from countries other than the host country, travel arrangements are the responsibility of RCREEE

• Non-Egyptian interns will receive a monthly amount equivalent to 705 USD to cover accommodation and living expenses.

• It is the responsibility of the intern to arrange for his/her accommodation. RCREEE provides selected interns with a list of brokers’ contacts.

• Egyptian interns will receive a monthly amount equivalent to 350 USD.

• Medical Insurance is the sole responsibility of the intern.​

Interning at RCREEE during COVID-19 Pandamic

At RCREEE, the safety of our employees and interns is a priority. All applicants should take note of the following:

• APSEY internship must be completed at RCREEE premises in Cairo, Egypt.
• Interns must hold an international health insurance valid in Egypt. A proof of insurance will be requested from selected candidates (after contracting).
• Given COVID-19 restrictions, program commencement date will depend on travel conditions and flight availability
• COVID-19 related tests may be requested from selected interns according to the Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation decisions

How to apply

Qualified candidates should send the following documents to apsey@rcreee.org before 18 September 2020:

1. Filled application form (Click to download)

2. Updated CV

3. A one-page motivation letter

Subject Line: APSEY Round 14

Important Remarks

• All documents must be submitted as a complete package in one email. Applications missing any of the three required items will not be reviewed.
• All application items must be electronically filled (Not hand written).
• All applications must be submitted by email as attachments to "apsey@rcreee.org". Applications submitted through links and online drives are not accepted. 

For more details and remarks, please visit APSEY application process page.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted within 6 weeks from the application deadline.