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Research Assistant

Stand.Earth

Research Assistant


About the Organization

We are a global advocacy organization delivering large-scale change for our planet and its people by interrupting the systems that create environmental and climate crises.
Our mission is to challenge corporations and governments to treat people and the environment with respect.
Our worldwide community advocates for a climate-safe, equitable future, where environmental and climate justice policies uphold the
dignity of people everywhere—at the scale our world requires.


https://stand.earth/research-group/


Fellowship Description:

We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to support our IT-related climate campaign work. The intern will assist with monitoring the climate performance of major tech companies, conducting data collection and analysis, and contributing to research outputs such as visualizations and reports.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor and track the climate performance of leading tech companies.
Collect, clean, and analyze datasets related to energy use, emissions, and supply chains.
Assist in drafting research summaries and identifying information gaps.
Create data visualizations to support campaign communications and reporting.
Use AI tools to support research efficiency and analysis (e.g., summarizing, coding, or data scraping).
Collaborate with team members to support broader campaign research needs.


Qualifications:

This role is ideal for someone with a background in technology, strong analytical skills, and a passion for climate justice. Familiarity with coding and AI tools for research is a strong plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in computer science, environmental science, data science, or related fields.
Familiarity with the tech industry and corporate sustainability issues.
Basic coding skills (e.g., Python, R, or similar).
Experience using AI tools in a research or academic context.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.


Time Commitment: 20-30 hours / week

Research Assistant

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