Hybrid Brazil Internship Program – Energy Talent Pool bei Aurora Energy Research
Aurora Energy Research · São Paulo, Brasilien · Hybrid
- Optionales Büro in São Paulo
Aurora Energy Research is looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our team in Brazil through our internship program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge solutions in the energy sector, while learning and growing in an intellectually stimulating, collaborative, and international environment.
This internship is open to students currently enrolled in undergraduate programs (Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Molecular Sciences, Economics, Business Administration, and other quantitative fields at top-tier universities).
Based in our São Paulo office, selected candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to one of our three core business areas — Energy Advisory, Energy Research, and Energy Modelling
Below you can find a summary of each area within the program:
Below you can find a summary of each area within the program:
1. Modelling
You will contribute to Aurora’s energy modelling efforts by building analytical and computational tools, improving modelling methodologies, and developing scenarios that shape our market forecasts.
This area focuses on energy commodities — particularly electricity — and is ideal for those who enjoy solving complex problems using data, code, and advanced quantitative techniques. You’ll work alongside our research and advisory teams to transform model outputs into actionable insights for clients.
This area focuses on energy commodities — particularly electricity — and is ideal for those who enjoy solving complex problems using data, code, and advanced quantitative techniques. You’ll work alongside our research and advisory teams to transform model outputs into actionable insights for clients.
2. Advisory
You will contribute to Aurora by developing analyses and conveying insights to enhance clients’ decision-making. This role involves active participation in all aspects of client engagements: identifying key issues, forming hypotheses, conducting quantitative and qualitative analysis, and synthesising conclusions into actionable recommendations. Successful candidates will combine strong analytical skills, curiosity, and team spirit. They will benefit from a dynamic and supportive environment, gaining autonomy and visibility while working on high-impact decisions in the energy sector.
3. Research
You will have the opportunity to influence major decisions in the energy sector and grow into an industry expert under the guidance of directors with extensive experience at leading global advisory firms. In this area, you’ll be responsible for delivering strategic insights and market intelligence through rigorous research and analysis. You will work closely with other teams to produce content that supports both internal priorities and external client needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop timely and rigorous quantitative analyses to enhance clients’ decision-making
- Interact closely with our modelling team, structuring economic problems into quantifiable analyses and deriving insights from the model results
- Contribute to Aurora’s product development by identifying new opportunities and expanding our capabilities
- Engage with clients to thoroughly understand their requirements (exclusive to Advisory)
- Communicate findings and insights clearly to clients and internal stakeholders
- Develop and maintain Aurora’s suite of energy market models (exclusive to Modelling)
- Contribute to continuously improving how the modelling team operates (exclusive to Modelling)
What we are looking for
Required attributes:
- Enrollment in undergraduate or graduate programs in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Molecular Sciences, Economics, Business Administration, or other quantitative fields at top-tier universities
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and analytical ability
- Ability to collect, analyse and interpret complex quantitative data and information
- Ability to perform in team-oriented environments
- Ability to communicate and collaborate with both technical and non-technical parties
- Strong interpersonal skills, and a great team player
- Knowledge of one programming language - e.g. Python, R, Matlab, C++, Java - (exclusive to Modelling)
- Written and spoken fluency in Portuguese (C2 level)
- Proficiency in English (C1 level)
Desirable attributes:
- Genuine interest in the energy sector and in understanding the Brazilian power market, combined with a belief that well-designed models significantly enhance decision-making
- Competence in advanced data analytics (e.g. Python, R, Matlab, Advanced Excel)
- Knowledge of statistical and/or optimization techniques (exclusive to Modelling)
What we offer
- The opportunity to substantially influence major decisions in the energy sector
- Direct engagement with clients through Aurora conferences, workshops and webinars
- The opportunity to grow into a publicly visible industry expert
- A fun, informal, collaborative and international work culture
- A competitive stipend (bolsa auxílio)
- Access to regular coaching and mentoring sessions and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals
- Access to the Aurora Academy, our training programme offering a range of opportunities to develop your skills within the responsibilities of your role and within the wider context of the industry
The Company is committed to the principle that no employee/intern or job applicant shall receive unfavourable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.
The team will review applications on a rolling basis.
To apply, please submit your Résumé / CV in English
The team will review applications on a rolling basis.
To apply, please submit your Résumé / CV in English
