Summer 2024 Internship, Indo-Pacific Program
The German Marshall Fund of the United States
- Washington DC
- Training
- Full-time
- Provide administrative and research support for the Indo-Pacific Program on issues pertaining to US and European policy toward the Indo-Pacific region, as well as related policies of Indo-Pacific countries
- Provide research support for the China Global podcast
- Assist with Indo-Pacific Program communications and with the coordination of our convening activities and events
- Help maintain the Indo-Pacific Program's database of contacts
- Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills and experience
- Fluency and/or professional proficiency in Mandarin Chinese and English; additional European or Asian languages a plus
- Outstanding written and oral communications skills
- Superior judgment and discretion
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Ability to multi-task and work both independently and as part of a team
- Strong academic record, including completed or in-process studies or degree(s) in International Relations, International Development, Regional Studies, Political Science, Economics, or Security Studies; graduate degree preferred
- Previous experience in a think tank, foundation, NGO, government body, media outlet, or similar organization preferred
- A demonstrable interest or background in contemporary Northeast, South, or Southeast Asian politics and policy - particularly related to China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, or India - or familiarity with US-European policy issues and global strategic debates about American foreign policy and rising international powers
- Preferred start date: May 20, 2024
- Preferred end date: August 30, 2024
- Preferred time commitment: 21-35 hours per week, Monday-Friday between 9 AM to 5 PM ET
- Compensation: Trainees are paid the DC minimum wage
- Work permit: Trainees must have the applicable work permit for the internship location
- Residency: Trainees must maintain a local address in Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia