China Policy Research Intern — Writing, Analysis & Translation

Center for Strategic and International Studies, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Freeman Chair in China Studies is seeking a Research Intern for Fall 2026 in Washington, DC. This in-person, paid internship may be part-time or full-time for three months, starting immediately, focusing on China’s domestic politics and foreign policy, Taiwan, and cross-Strait issues.

Responsibilities include assisting in research, analysis, and writing for articles and events, developing content for social media, reviewing

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate seniors, graduate students, and recent graduates; master's preferred.
• Superior research, analysis, and writing skills.
• Academic or professional background in China’s domestic politics and foreign policy.
• Advanced Chinese-language reading and research skills.
• Proactive work ethic, positive attitude, and strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in research, analysis, and writing for articles, event preparation, outreach and promotion, and other projects;
• Developing content for the Freeman Chair’s social media platforms;
• Reviewing Chinese-English translations for accuracy and precision;
• Monitoring Chinese-language media sources and reports;
• Performing a variety of other duties as assigned.

Skills

China politics knowledge

Chinese language reading

Research and writing

Proactive work ethic

Time management

Education

Undergraduate/Graduate student or recent graduate

Job description

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) Freeman Chair in China Studies is seeking a Research Intern for Fall 2026 in Washington, DC. This in-person, paid internship may be part-time or full-time for three months, starting immediately, focusing on China’s domestic politics and foreign policy, Taiwan, and cross-Strait issues.

Responsibilities include assisting in research, analysis, and writing for articles and events, developing content for social media, reviewing