Intern - Comms & Engagement
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
OGCI is a CEO led organization bringing together 12 of the largest energy companies worldwide to catalyze climate action in the oil and gas industry and accelerate the energy transition. The organization is comprised of six practice areas, one of which is the Communications & Engagement Practice, responsible for leading the communications activities for both the OGCI and the Oil & Gas Decarbonization Charter (OGDC). The Practice Groups consist of subject matter experts from the OGCI member companies, who work together to define an annual plan which will support OGCI's strategy.
The Communications & Engagement Practice is responsible for effectively communicating the goals of both organizations, building relationships and engaging with diverse stakeholders, within industry and with external stakeholders.
The intern will be fully integrated to the Communications & Engagement practice group in the day-to-day delivery, supporting members of the team both in the coordination and delivery of practice lead objectives. This internship offers the successful candidate an opportunity to work at the intersection of policy substance and design excellence. You will gain exposure to global climate and energy policy discussions, senior-level communications, and the opportunity to produce work that directly supports public-facing materials and leadership engagement.
Key Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities (Communications Intern)
Design & Data Visualization
We are looking for interns with the following competencies:
Previous experience / knowledge of:
MAIN INTERFACES (Direct and functional reporting relationships; interaction within and between functions).
OGCI is a CEO led organization bringing together 12 of the largest energy companies worldwide to catalyze climate action in the oil and gas industry and accelerate the energy transition. The organization is comprised of six practice areas, one of which is the Communications & Engagement Practice, responsible for leading the communications activities for both the OGCI and the Oil & Gas Decarbonization Charter (OGDC). The Practice Groups consist of subject matter experts from the OGCI member companies, who work together to define an annual plan which will support OGCI's strategy.
The Communications & Engagement Practice is responsible for effectively communicating the goals of both organizations, building relationships and engaging with diverse stakeholders, within industry and with external stakeholders.
The intern will be fully integrated to the Communications & Engagement practice group in the day-to-day delivery, supporting members of the team both in the coordination and delivery of practice lead objectives. This internship offers the successful candidate an opportunity to work at the intersection of policy substance and design excellence. You will gain exposure to global climate and energy policy discussions, senior-level communications, and the opportunity to produce work that directly supports public-facing materials and leadership engagement.
Key Responsibilities & Learning Opportunities (Communications Intern)
Design & Data Visualization
- Translate research findings into infographics, videos, charts, diagrams, and visual explainers that communicate complex ideas simply and responsibly.
- Develop visual assets for presentations, digital platforms, social media, and reports, in line with OGCI/OGDC brand guidelines.
- Apply data visualization best practices to ensure charts are clear, compelling, and policy-literate, avoiding oversimplification or misrepresentation.
- Support the development and maintenance of OGCI's core visual assets, templates, and reusable data visuals.
- Conduct structured research on energy transition, climate policy, methane emissions, and decarbonization pathways, drawing from reputable public sources and OGCI/OGDC materials.
- Synthesize OGCI white papers and reports, datasets, and technical analysis into clear, decision-relevant insights for communications use.
- Support fact-checking, data validation, and source documentation to ensure all outputs meet OGCI's standards for accuracy and credibility.
- Assist in preparing research inputs for briefings, presentations, publications, and events.
- Support the VP and communications team with the implementation of the strategy by providing compelling ways to share the OGCI/OGDC story through data visualization (e.g. case studies, reports, scenarios etc.).
- Conduct desk-based research to support the development of OGCI/OGDC positioning.
- Support the drafting, formatting, and updating of communications materials, including:
- Newsletters
- Website updates
- Social media posts
- Short briefings and presentations
- Support the adaptation of technical or data-heavy content into clear, accessible communications, with guidance from the team.
- Create digital assets to support day-to-day updates of digital channels (e.g. website, LinkedIn), including uploading content and scheduling posts, using research and OGCI/OGDC content to tell a story.
- Assist in maintaining content calendars and tracking upcoming communications activities.
- Help identify opportunities for engagement and amplification across digital channels.
- Monitor relevant media coverage, policy developments, research publications, and stakeholder announcements to ensure data visualization and content is up to date.
- Conduct background research to support briefings, presentations, campaigns, and event preparation.
- Support communications activities around key events (e.g. ADIPEC, COP conferences, regional roundtables), including:
- Designing collateral for events and associated storytelling
- Drafting social media posts
- Design and prepare speaker packs and briefing packs
- Compiling post-event summaries
- Design timely publication of content before, during, and after events, under guidance from the team.
- Help ensure brand guidelines, templates, and tone of voice are applied consistently.
- Provide general administrative and coordination support to the communications team as needed.
- Help keep shared folders and documentation up to date.
We are looking for interns with the following competencies:
- Strong interest in climate change, energy policy, sustainability, and/or international affairs, combined with a genuine experience and aptitude for design.
- Ability to move comfortably between analytical thinking and creative execution.
- Proven experience in design, video editing, data tools, and CRMs (e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Illustrator, Figma, Canva, Flourish, Final Cut, Hubspot, Monday.com or similar).
- Comfortable interpreting charts, datasets, and technical language, and translating them for non-technical audiences.
- High attention to detail and a strong sense of integrity when communicating data and policy issues.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Well organized and ability to work collaboratively with the team to pool needs and actions plan.
- Creative and curious mindset combined with strong analytical skills.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Ability to quickly grasp and understand new topics, subjects and themes and clearly synthesize in visual form.
- Ability to work in a small and versatile team.
Previous experience / knowledge of:
- Experience in / background in science, political economy/economics, energy and/or climate is advantageous.
- Knowledge of climate institutions & the climate agenda is advantageous but not mandatory.
MAIN INTERFACES (Direct and functional reporting relationships; interaction within and between functions).
- Strategy & Policy team: other interns, project coordinators and managers, Vice President, etc.
- External consultants
- OGCI and OGDC companies, mainly Practice Group members
- Position is based in Central London, in-office attendance is currently required 3-days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).
- Eligibility to live and work in the UK is essential.
- A unique opportunity to contribute to a high impact, global decarbonization initiative at the forefront of the energy transition.
- A collaborative, mission-driven, international working environment based in London.