Hybrid U.S.-China Policy Research Intern

The Brookings Institution; United States; Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Brookings Institution in Washington, DC offers an internship program for undergraduates and graduate students with an interest in U.S.-China relations, technology, and economics. The role blends research, editing, and administrative support in a hybrid, US-based setting.

The internship requires located in the U.S., includes meetings and events, and emphasizes developing professional skills through direct work with top scholars and public policy experts.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate juniors or seniors or graduate students pursuing a masters in a relevant field are encouraged to apply.
• Previous editing and proofreading experience is required and strong research skills are preferred.
• Fluency in English is required and Mandarin language skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in centers research projects; compile, edit, and proofread interviews, speeches, and published articles; collect and organize data in English and Chinese as needed.
• Edit and proofreading book manuscripts on U.S.-China relations and Chinese foreign policy.
• Conduct background research on U.S.-China relations and Chinese leadership politics.
• Provide research and administrative support to ongoing projects on U.S.-China competition and policy.
• Monitor developments related to track II dialogues on U.S.-China relations, economics, trade, and AI.
• Assist with logistics for various events and conferences.
• Support centers scholars on research tasks as needed.
• Contribute to high-quality research and networking with leading scholars.

Skills

Editing & proofreading

Research skills

English fluency

Mandarin (desirable)

Education

IR/China studies (pursuing masters)

Job description

Brookings Institution in Washington, DC offers an internship program for undergraduates and graduate students with an interest in U.S.-China relations, technology, and economics. The role blends research, editing, and administrative support in a hybrid, US-based setting.

The internship requires located in the U.S., includes meetings and events, and emphasizes developing professional skills through direct work with top scholars and public policy experts.