Africa Policy Research Fellow — Entry Level

Ankura Consulting Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ankura is seeking a bright, resourceful intern to support our Africa Practice at the Washington, D.C. office in a paid, part-time capacity (approx. 30 hours/week) starting in January 2027. The position will be performed in-person.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Master's in International Relations or Political Science, are strong writers and researchers, and can manage multiple tasks with discretion. Regional Africa exposure and language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduates of a Bachelor's or Master's program in International Relations, Political Science, or related field.
• Accomplished qualitative and quantitative researchers.
• Excellent writers.
• Exceptionally organized with an independent and creative nature.
• Strong critical thinkers.
• Inclined to take initiative and anticipate the needs of the team.
• Attentive to details.
• Able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Able to remain poised under pressure and juggle multiple projects at a time.
• Proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Office 365, and other business applications and media platforms.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.
• Ideal candidates possess understanding of international politics, economics, trade, technology, government relations, business, culture, and entrepreneurship; experience in sub-Saharan Africa preferred.
• Regional language proficiency strongly preferred, especially French or Portuguese.

Responsibilities

• Conduct extensive research of public policy, international, and business issues.
• Write memos, compile biographies, prepare presentations.
• Monitor regional news outlets.
• Attend and report on speeches, panel discussions, and policy forums of interest to the firm and clients.
• Assist professional staff with general office and administrative support.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent writing

Strong critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in International Relations/Political Science or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Office 365

Job description

Ankura is seeking a bright, resourceful intern to support our Africa Practice at the Washington, D.C. office in a paid, part-time capacity (approx. 30 hours/week) starting in January 2027. The position will be performed in-person.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Master's in International Relations or Political Science, are strong writers and researchers, and can manage multiple tasks with discretion. Regional Africa exposure and language skills are a plus.