The Center for Strategic and International Studies -CSIS offers a robust internship program for 2024. This program provides undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates with hands-on experience in various research, writing, and project development activities. Interns can engage with the Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy (AILA), CSIS’s in-house leadership development program, to cultivate the next generation of foreign policy leaders.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline:
  • Summer internships: February
  • Fall internships: July
  • Spring internships: October
• Result Announcement Dates: Varies based on the specific program; check the CSIS career page for updates.
• Any Important Dates:
  • Spring term: January – May
  • Summer term: June – August
  • Fall term: September – December
• Funding Type: Paid internships
• Organizer: Center for Strategic and International Studies-CSIS
• Eligible Countries: All
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates
• Focus Area: International affairs, foreign policy, and related fields
• Study Level: College juniors, seniors, graduate students, and recent graduates
• Number of Opportunities: Varies by term and department
• Duration: Semester-based (Spring, Summer, Fall)
• Program Language: English
• Host Country: United States

Benefits and Financial Aids

Prospective fellows will benefit from the internship program as follows:

• Compensation: All internships at CSIS are paid. Foreign nationals must have employment authorization in the United States to receive payments.
• Professional Development: Participation in programs offered by the Abshire-Inamori Leadership Academy, which include practical discussions on global affairs and training in key policy skills.
• Networking Opportunities: Interns have access to exclusive events and talks and the chance to connect with leading professionals in international affairs.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must be at least a college junior in good standing or a recent graduate.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Foreign nationals must have employment authorization, as CSIS does not sponsor internship visa

Required Documents

Below are the required documents that are mandatory for the applications:

• Completed application through the CSIS online applicant tracking system
• Updated resume
• Cover letter
• Academic transcripts
• Write a sample (if needed for the specific program)

How to Apply?

• Visit the CSIS Career Page linked below.
• Browse available internship opportunities and select the one that matches your interest and qualifications.
• Prepare all required documents, including your resume, cover letter, academic transcripts, and any additional documents specified in the job posting.
• Submit your application electronically through the CSIS online applicant tracking system.
• Check your email inbox for updates on the status of your application and further instructions.

Apply Now

For more detailed information, please visit the CSIS official webpage.

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