Internship Programme on Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EEC)

Background

The ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) offers internship opportunities for outstanding students to gain professional experience at the ASEAN regional level. As a regional think tank, catalyst, and knowledge hub, ACE supports ASEAN Member States (AMS) in implementing the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC).

The APAEC 2026–2030 serves as ASEAN’s strategic framework for regional energy cooperation, promoting a secure, resilient, and sustainable energy system while accelerating decarbonisation and a just energy transition. One of its key pillars is Programme Area 4: Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EEC), which focuses on improving energy productivity and achieving ASEAN’s energy intensity reduction targets by 2030.

To support these efforts, the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Department at ACE is offering up to two internship positions to assist with research and cooperation activities related to energy efficiency and conservation. The opportunity is open to applicants from all ASEAN Member States, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Internship Details

Work Arrangement: Hybrid working arrangement

Up to 3 days per week at the ACE office

Office hours: 09:00 – 17:00 Jakarta Time (GMT+7)

Duration

3 months internship

Expected to start in April

Final Output: At the end of the internship, interns are required to present a summary of their activities and key outputs in a sharing session for ACE staff.

Allowance

Interns will receive an allowance of IDR 100,000 per effective working day to cover daily meals and transportation.

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Human Resource Unit. The selection process may include:

• Written test
• Interview

The Selection Committee’s decision is final.

Qualifications

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in science, engineering, or related fields.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply but must begin the internship within six months after graduation.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency and conservation policy and technology is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; additional software skills are considered an advantage.
• Professional work experience is not required, but experience in the energy sector or ASEAN-related work is a plus.
• Strong motivation to learn about the energy sector, particularly energy efficiency and conservation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and multicultural environment.
• Strong English writing and communication skills.
• Good academic performance demonstrated through recent university records.

Under the guidance of the EEC team, interns will support research and cooperation activities, including but not limited to:

• Assisting research activities such as desktop research, data collection, data processing, stakeholder engagement, and proposal/report preparation.
• Supporting the implementation of projects related to energy efficiency and conservation.
• Contributing to publications and communication materials such as reports, policy briefs, op-eds, booklets, blog posts, and website content.
• Supporting the preparation and organization of meetings and events conducted by the EEC department.
• Performing other tasks assigned by the supervisor.