Israel & Middle East Policy Research Internship (Fall 2026)

EmergencyMD; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

EmergencyMD is offering internship opportunities focused on research in national security and foreign policy. Interns will work with experienced professionals and engage in a speaker series to develop their skills.

The ideal candidates will be committed to at least 22 hours per week and possess strong research and writing capabilities. Knowledge of Microsoft Office is required, and proficiency in languages like Arabic or Hebrew is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a 3.2 GPA.
• Interns should have relevant coursework in fields such as International Relations, Political Science, or STEM.
• Must be able to commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on Israel, Palestinian politics, and national security.
• Participate in a twice-monthly speaker series.
• Collaborate with FDD scholars on various projects.

Skills

Research experience

Strong writing capabilities

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Basic Excel skills

Foreign language skills (Arabic or Hebrew)

Education

Completed coursework in relevant fields

Job description

EmergencyMD is offering internship opportunities focused on research in national security and foreign policy. Interns will work with experienced professionals and engage in a speaker series to develop their skills.

The ideal candidates will be committed to at least 22 hours per week and possess strong research and writing capabilities. Knowledge of Microsoft Office is required, and proficiency in languages like Arabic or Hebrew is a plus.