Deadline:
As soon as possible
Location(s)
United States of America
Washington D.C., New York
Overview
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher dedicated to being a resource for its members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators and students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens in order to help them better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other countries. In an ever-changing world, CFR’s work as a leading nonpartisan resource for information and ideas about foreign policy is more important than ever. At CFR, interns do work that matters alongside smart and dedicated staff in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Details
In an ever-changing world, CFR’s work as a leading nonpartisan resource for information and ideas about foreign policy is more important than ever. At CFR, interns participate in one of the foremost paid internship programs in the foreign policy arena. They do work that matters alongside smart and dedicated staff in a diverse and inclusive environment. Interns are paid a competitive hourly wage while gaining valuable experience through exposure to leading foreign policy experts. They are also offered professional development training as a foundation for future work in the field of foreign policy and international affairs. Internship opportunities are offered through the Blavatnik Internship Program and Robina Franklin Williams Internship Program.
The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
- Assisting CFR staff, including preparing relevant briefing materials
- Performing research as directed using approved CFR databases
- Writing, reviewing, and editing CFR content
- Supporting staff on administrative matters, including working cross-departmentally as needed
- Supporting meetings and events under the direct supervision of CFR staff
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Qualifications
- Undergraduate or graduate student with high academic credential
- Interest in and knowledge of current foreign policy issues preferre
- Students should have completed the equivalent of four semesters of college coursework by the time they begin an internshi
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skill
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skill
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Dates
Deadline: As soon as possible
Cost/funding for participants
- Interns are paid a competitive hourly wage while gaining valuable experience through exposure to leading foreign policy experts.
- They are also offered professional development training as a foundation for future work in the field of foreign policy and international affairs.
Un-save Opportunity
Internships, scholarships, student conferences and competitions.
