Who we are and what we do
WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI India’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being. We are inspired by and associated with World Resources Institute (WRI), a global research organization. Currently over 150 researchers are working with WRI India in our offices at Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. Program Overview: Energy for Development
WRI India’s energy program works on improving access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy for critical sectors, such as healthcare and education. The team focuses on research and data-driven interventions to reduce energy intensity, promote clean energy integration, and improve operational resilience in essential services. About your role
WRI India is seeking an intern to support its internal research on healthcare electrification and energy efficient medical healthcare systems. The role will focus on analyzing and understanding healthcare sector’s energy demands, energy performance characteristics of critical medical devices, reviewing national & international efficiency standards and broader elements of sustainable healthcare infrastructure. The position is suited for candidates with a strong interest in the intersection of renewable energy, biomedical technology and energy efficiency. How your day will unfold:
Conduct secondary research on topics at the intersection of clean energy and healthcare electrification.
Compile and analyze manufacturer’s data on medical equipment power ratings, operating hours, standby loads, and energy consumption profiles.
Review national (BIS, NHSRC) and international (IEC, WHO, ISO) standards for medical equipment performance and efficiency benchmarks.
Support research on broader healthcare sustainability themes.
Prepare structured summaries, comparison tables, and visual documentation of findings.
Assist in organizing technical notes, references, and internal databases related to equipment standardization.
Sharpen insights by complementing the analyses by working closely with project team and conducting literature review and consultations to validate abovementioned findings
Continuous engagement with all the stakeholders to effectively carry out the research.Qualifications and Requirements we seek:
Master’s degree (pursuing or higher) in biomedical engineering, public health, healthcare technology, renewable energy, sustainable energy systems or related technical disciplines
Proficient in Excel and data compilation; experience in comparative research and secondary literature review
Strong technical writing, documentation, and communication skills.A flexible individual who can work independently, with little direction and supervision. Keen attention to detail.
Having a broad understanding of healthcare and/or energy, with an idea of the relationship between electricity access and socio-economic development is a plus. Stipend: ₹ 25,000 per month
Location: Bangalore or Guwahati
Duration: 3 months, full-time (Flexible start and end dates, between May - August'25 based on the applicant’s availability.) List of Documents to be attached:
Resume Cover Letter Sample of technical writing or research (if available) Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Final candidates may be required to take a writing/analytical test. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) @WRI India
WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion across all areas of our work and workforce. Integrating these values into our actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance our impact. It is our responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to learn together. We are responsible for fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where questions, concerns, and information about diversity, equity, and inclusion are part of our ongoing dialogue and development.
Learn more about WRI India’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).