Job Description
Hudson Institute is seeking interns looking to gain hands-on operational skills, while completing policy research for a Hudson Institute Distinguished Fellow. In addition to being exposed to critical issues in the aforementioned subject areas, interns will spend significant time discussing these issues with their expert(s). Those who work onsite will also have the opportunity to assist with, and attend, Hudson Institute public events, as well as intern-specific events featuring Hudson scholars and experts across Washington, DC.
About Hudson Institute Hudson Institute is a research-focused public policy think tank headquartered in Washington, D.C, dedicated to promoting American leadership for a secure, free, and prosperous future. For more than half a century, Hudson Institute has been challenging conventional thinking by developing new ideas and practical solutions to shape critical foreign and domestic policy decisions.
Responsibilities include - Collaborating on critical archival research under the guidance of a leading expert in the field.
- Assisting in the drafting of speeches for the distinguished fellow.
- Participating in discussions about current global and domestic issues, gaining insights from seasoned advisors.
- Planning and executing speaking engagements, including advance work.
- Assisting with booking travel, drafting professional communications, preparing detailed itineraries, and cataloging vital information.
How to Apply: Please upload a cover letter, resume, and short, relevant writing sample (2-3 pages) in a
single PDF to the cover letter file upload. Please title the document "First, Last Application" (e.g. Jane Doe Application). Those who do not submit a writing sample will be disqualified. Due to the large number of applications that we receive, we regret that we can only contact those applicants who have been selected for an interview.
Requirements
- Candidates should be recent graduates or current students working towards a degree in political science, international relations, economics, security studies, history, or related fields.
- Candidates should show a demonstrated interest in gaining real-world professional experience.
- Candidates should be able to work independently, manage their time wisely, and meet deadlines.
- Candidates should be detail-focused, reliable, professional, and possess strong research, writing, editing, and analysis skills , as well as excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Candidates should be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
- Candidates should be able to work 20 hours per week minimum.
- Remote work is not an option for this position. Please note that you are able to work in-person in your cover letter.
Salary Description
Volunteer research position, unpaid Hudson Institute, Inc.
Job Tags
Internship, Work at office, Remote work,