Spring 2027 National Security Editorial Intern (Paid, Hybrid)

The Lawfare Institute; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

The Lawfare Institute invites applications for its Spring 2027 internship, a paid, hybrid role based in Washington, DC. Interns will contribute to publishing analysis and assist with writing, research, and site maintenance alongside the editorial team.

Candidates should be undergraduate students with strong writing and research skills. The internship runs Jan. 8, 2027, to May 30, 2027, and requires U.S. residency for the duration. Hours are 35–40 per week, with compensation at $18.40 per hour.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students in sophomore, junior, or senior year are encouraged to apply.
• Strong writing, analytical, and research skills.
• Excellent verbal and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with running and maintaining the Lawfare website and publish analysis.
• Learn and apply research, writing, and site maintenance tasks.
• Support editorial team and contribute to podcasts and events.

Skills

Strong writing

Analytical skills

Research skills

Verbal and organizational skills

Education

Undergraduate student (sophomore–senior)

Job description

The Lawfare Institute invites applications for its Spring 2027 internship, a paid, hybrid role based in Washington, DC. Interns will contribute to publishing analysis and assist with writing, research, and site maintenance alongside the editorial team.

Candidates should be undergraduate students with strong writing and research skills. The internship runs Jan. 8, 2027, to May 30, 2027, and requires U.S. residency for the duration. Hours are 35–40 per week, with compensation at $18.40 per hour.