We are hiring a Policy and Research Intern

Job Title: Policy and Research Intern

Department: Policy and Global Partnerships

Location: Paris, France 

Organisation: International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR)
Duration: 6 months

Starting Date: Spring 2026
Deadline to apply: 28 February 2026

 

About the IIR

 

The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) is the only independent intergovernmental organisation dedicated to advancing refrigeration and heat pumping technologies worldwide. With 59 member countries and a global network of over 300 experts, the IIR promotes knowledge sharing, scientific collaboration, and evidence-based policy to support sustainable and energy-efficient development.

 

Internship Overview

 

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Policy and Research Intern to support the work of the Department of Policy and Global Partnerships. As a recently established department within a transforming organisation, the intern will play a role in developing new and strengthening existing IIR activities in line with the internal strategic plan.  This internship offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of science and policy and contribute to international policy research, stakeholder engagement, and evidence-based advocacy in the fields of refrigeration, energy, and sustainability.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Policy support

• Assist in drafting policy briefs, reports, news stories, and internal memos on key policy issues
• Conduct background research and data analysis on governance, legislative, regulatory, and technical topics
• Support the monitoring of policy developments at national and international levels

 

Partnership support

• Help prepare materials for stakeholder engagement and IIR representation at external events, including presentations and meeting summaries
• Contribute to the organisation of policy dialogues, webinars, and consultations 
• Maintain and update databases of policy documents, research outputs, and partner contacts

 

Internal support

• Participate in strategic analyses of departmental activities to inform institutional advancement
• Provide general administrative and project support to the Policy Analyst and department team

 

Qualifications

 

Education

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in public policy, Political Science, International Relations, Environmental Studies, Economics, or a related field

 

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical, writing and, editing skills, with experience drafting reports or academic papers
• Understanding of policy analysis, governance systems, and public policy processes
• Familiarity with the processes of international cooperation mechanisms, intergovernmental organisations, and science-policy interfaces is a plus 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, R, or Python) is a plus
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural environment
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French or other languages is an asset

 

What We Offer

 

• A dynamic and supportive international work environment
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Exposure to global policy processes and technical networks
• A certificate of completion and reference letter upon successful internship

 

Application Process

 

Please submit the following documents to m.duran@iifiir.org:

• Email subject:  Policy and Global Partnerships Internship – [NAME]   
• A cover letter (max. 1 page) outlining your interest and relevant experience
• Your CV (max. 2 pages)
• A short writing sample (e.g., excerpt from a report, paper, or policy brief)