The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is looking for an intern to join its Beijing office and support its green and low-carbon freight projects. The intern contributes to research on green freight policies, intermodal development and logistics supply chain decarbonization in China and advanced markets. The internship lasts 6 months, with potential extension to 12 months, and pays CNY 3,362 a month for 3 days a week. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the full vacancy and broke it down below.
About the ICCT
The ICCT is an award-winning, independent, global, non-profit research organization that provides data-driven research to advance policies that reduce the health and environmental impacts of the transportation sector. It offers a mission-driven and culturally diverse workplace where intelligence, flexibility, transparency and good humor are highly valued.
🏢 A team of more than 100 talented researchers and support staff.
🌐 Offices in Washington D.C., San Francisco, Berlin, Beijing and São Paulo.
Why This Internship?
This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the nonprofit sector and the decarbonization business, working on green and low-carbon freight projects from the ICCT office in Beijing.
What You Will Do
🔬 Contribute to research projects that analyze and communicate the status of green freight policies, intermodal development and logistics supply chain decarbonization in China and advanced markets.
📈 Support technical analysis, reporting, presenting and stakeholder meetings for freight-related projects.
📝 Support report communication and outreach material drafting work.
📌 Deliver ad-hoc tasks as needed.
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Who Can Apply?
🎓 Senior undergraduate or graduate students.
📚 Preferable majors: Transportation, Environment Science & Engineering, Automotive, Geoscience or Planning.
Skills You Need
🧮 Excellent and demonstrated quantitative, analytical and research skills.
💻 Experience working with Microsoft Office.
📊 Data analysis and visualization skills; advanced Excel, coding, statistical and database tools and GIS tools are preferred.
Language Requirements
🗣️ Proficiency in spoken and written Mandarin Chinese.
✍️ Strong ability in spoken and written English.
Nice-to-Have Background
🚛 Ideally, experience or knowledge in transportation planning, vehicle emissions, automotive technologies or environmental data analysis.
🌡️ A good understanding of climate change and transportation is preferred.
🤝 Enthusiasm for working with researchers and international colleagues.
Schedule and On-Site Work
📅 You must be able to work at least 3 days per week.
🏙️ On-site work in the ICCT Beijing office is required at least 2 days per week.
⏳ The internship lasts at least 6 months.
Contract, Pay and Benefits
📄 The internship contract has a duration of 6 months, with potential extension to 12 months.
🧭 You will work in the Beijing office and be guided by experienced researchers.
🖥️ The ICCT provides a laptop and other office equipment as needed.
💵 The salary is CNY 3,362 a month (3 days a week), or an amount proportional to the workload allowed by your university.
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How to Apply
Submit a cover letter and a resume.
Equal Opportunity
The ICCT is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ICCT Green Freight internship paid?
Yes. The ICCT offers a salary of CNY 3,362 a month for 3 days a week, or an amount proportional to the workload allowed by your university.
Do I need to speak Mandarin Chinese?
Yes. Proficiency in spoken and written Mandarin Chinese is required, together with a strong ability in spoken and written English.
How long is the internship?
The contract lasts 6 months, with potential extension to 12 months.
Can I work remotely?
You must work at least 3 days per week, and at least 2 days per week must be on-site in the ICCT Beijing office.
Who is eligible?
Senior undergraduate or graduate students can apply. Preferred majors are Transportation, Environment Science & Engineering, Automotive, Geoscience or Planning.
What do I need to submit?
You need to submit a cover letter and a resume.
Deadline
⏳ As soon as possible!
Link
🔗 Apply on the ICCT careers page: https://icct.bamboohr.com/careers/396
