Paid Foreign Policy Internship: Research & Writing

Council on Foreign Relations; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Council on Foreign Relations offers Blavatnik and Robina Williams internship programs. Interns gain training in foreign policy, undertake research, writing and editing tasks, and contribute to CFR content under supervision.

Positions emphasize professional development and exposure to leading foreign policy experts. Interns are paid at $18.50 per hour and are expected to work 14–18 hours per week in-person at New York or Washington, DC offices, with some remote possibilities.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student; strong writing and editing skills expected.
• Interest in foreign policy issues preferred; ability to work with high-profile individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist CFR staff and prepare briefing materials.
• Conduct research using CFR databases; write, review, and edit CFR content.
• Support meetings and events; coordinate across departments as needed.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Research

Communication

Attention to detail

Discretion

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Job description

Council on Foreign Relations offers Blavatnik and Robina Williams internship programs. Interns gain training in foreign policy, undertake research, writing and editing tasks, and contribute to CFR content under supervision.

Positions emphasize professional development and exposure to leading foreign policy experts. Interns are paid at $18.50 per hour and are expected to work 14–18 hours per week in-person at New York or Washington, DC offices, with some remote possibilities.