Adaptation and Risk Analysis,

Remote

Experience

0-0

Location

Remote

Description

We are seeking a candidate to support the Adaptation and Risk Analysis Group in the ongoing work on multi-hazard risk assessment, including floods, landslides, heatwaves, and droughts.

Responsibilities

- Assist in hazard modelling and risk assessment for floods, landslides, and extreme precipitation events.
- Perform geospatial analysis using GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS) for hazard mapping and vulnerability assessment.
- Support the development of hazard susceptibility and risk maps using statistical or machine learning approaches.
- Assist in data pre-processing and visualisation using programming tools (Python/R).
- Compile and manage datasets from sources such as satellite observations and climate data.
- Contribute to technical reports, documentation, and presentations.
- Support the team in literature review and methodological development related to hazard and climate risk modelling.

Qualifications

- Pursuing a master’s degree in civil engineering, hydrology, water resources,



environmental engineering, geoinformatics, climate science, data science, or a related field.
- Evidenced interest/internships working on similar projects (0-1 years’ experience).

Skill Set

- Knowledge of modelling tools for hazard assessment or modelling.
- Experience with remote-sensing data processing.
- Familiarity with climate datasets (e.g. rainfall, temperature, and climate indices) and hazard drivers.
- Robust analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
- Basic understanding of natural hazards and climate risk assessment.
- Familiarity with GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS).
- Basic programming skills in Python or R.
- Experience handling geospatial and climate datasets will be an advantage.

Duration

3 months

📌 Intern (India)
🏢 CSTEP
📍 India