Global Health Policy Intern – Fall 2026

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

Job summary

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington, D.C. is offering an internship with the Global Health Policy Center for Fall 2026. The intern will support meetings, events, memos, and public outreach while gaining exposure to health security and global health policy.

Responsibilities include research support, event logistics, and creating materials. A strong interest in global health, plus 28–35 hours per week, on-site work, and MS Office proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest or academic background in global health, health security, public health, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and take on a broad range of tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficiency with entire Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to be on-site in Washington, D.C.
• Must be able available 28-35 hours per week.
• Must be at least a current or rising undergraduate junior.

Responsibilities

• Provide regular research to support preparation for meetings, events, publications, and research trips.
• Provide logistical support to ensure that Global Health Policy Center private and public events run smoothly by: creating meeting materials, assisting with room setup and guest registration, taking notes during the event, and other event related logistics.
• Attend relevant global health events in Washington, D.C. and provide a summary to Global Health Policy Center staff.
• Consult a wide variety of news services and peer reviewed journals and prepare memos to brief Global Health Policy Center staff.
• Support the production of social media and other multimedia content.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Global health policy interest

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Willingness to learn

Team player

Microsoft Office proficiency

On-site in Washington, D.C.

28-35 hours per week

Undergraduate junior

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington, D.C. is offering an internship with the Global Health Policy Center for Fall 2026. The intern will support meetings, events, memos, and public outreach while gaining exposure to health security and global health policy.

Responsibilities include research support, event logistics, and creating materials. A strong interest in global health, plus 28–35 hours per week, on-site work, and MS Office proficiency are required.