We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Ecological Survey Intern to support ongoing fieldwork and data collection as part of a larger project on Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) and biodiversity monitoring in Bengaluru. The internship offers hands-on experience in biodiversity surveys, ecological sampling, and field data management in diverse urban and peri-urban habitats. A candidate based in Bengaluru would be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in biodiversity field surveys across selected parks, lakes, wetlands, and urban forests.
• Support sampling of indicator taxa (e.g. birds, insects, amphibians, reptiles, and plants) using standardised ecological methods.
• Record and manage data using field datasheets and mobile apps (e.g. Survey123 and iNaturalist).
• Assist in species identification using field guides and reference materials.
• Contribute to data entry, cleaning, and metadata preparation in R/Excel/GIS.

Qualifications

Enrolled in or recently completed a master’s degree in ecology, environmental science, zoology, botany, geography, geoinformatics, or a related field.

Skill Set

• Demonstrated interest in biodiversity monitoring and conservation ecology.
• Prior fieldwork experience in bird, insect, or vegetation surveys (preferred).
• Familiarity with GPS devices, field guides, and mobile apps for ecological surveys.
• Basic knowledge of GIS (QGIS/ArcGIS) and data handling in Excel/R is desirable.

Duration

3 months

We are seeking a Senior Communication Officer to manage day-to-day communication efforts and translate complex research from the Energy and Power sector at CSTEP into clear, engaging, and impactful narratives. The role requires strong storytelling skills, a solid understanding of the policy ecosystem and think tank environment, and the ability to design and execute content and engagement strategies. Acting as a liaison between research and outreach teams (Communication and Policy Engagement), the candidate will ensure effective knowledge dissemination across platforms while contributing to institutional outputs and stakeholder engagement initiatives and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute creative engagement strategies aligned with the organisation’s and sector’s goals.
• Translate and repurpose technical research into audience-specific content (blogs, social media, website copy, and outreach materials).
• Build, maintain, and actively manage a stakeholder database, and design targeted communication initiatives to drive effective engagement.
• Track policy developments, events, and emerging ecosystem conversations, and leverage these to inform communication and support research visibility.
• Monitor and analyse digital performance metrics using insights to refine and strengthen communication strategies.
• Collaborate closely with editors, designers, and researchers to ensure consistency in messaging, tone, and visual identity across all outputs.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Policy, Environmental Studies, Climate Science, Urban Studies, or a related field
• Prior experience in journalism (preferably sustainability or solutions journalism), think tanks, policy organisations, or other knowledge-driven institutions

Skill Set

• Strong writing and storytelling skills with clarity, accuracy, and audience needs.
• Ability to manage multiple communication streams, coordinate across teams and functions, and operate effectively in a fast-paced research and public policy environment
• Comfortable working with scientific, environmental, and policy content.
• Ability to synthesise complex research, data, and policy insights into clear, accurate public-facing narratives, with strong attention to fact-checking.
• Experience in social media management, content optimisation (SEO), and digital publishing.
• Strong execution and organisational skills, including managing follow-ups, trackers, and workflow processes.
• A critical thinker with a proactive, learning-oriented mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively within teams.