Spring 2027 Russia Program Internship

Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD); Washington (District of Columbia); Híbrido; USD 25.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Stipend

Hybrid/Remote options

Descripción de la vacante

Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) in Washington, DC, invites interns to participate in cutting-edge research on Russia-related topics, under senior scholars. Interns collaborate closely with experts to strengthen analytic and writing skills, participate in a speaker series, and contribute to policy-focused projects.

Eligible candidates should have a 3.2 GPA, coursework in IR/Security Studies and related fields, solid MS Office and Excel skills, and be able to commit at least 22 hours

Formación

• Must have at least a 3.2 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
• Should have coursework in: International Relations, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, International Economics, Political Science, Computer Science, and/or a related STEM field.
• Interns should have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, as well as basic Excel skills.
• Must be able to commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsabilidades

• Support research on Russia-related topics such as information operations, cybersecurity, and international organizations.
• Assist senior staff in analyzing Russia's war in Ukraine and Western economic warfare.
• Help prepare research outputs and writing samples for policy briefs.

Conocimientos

Strong writing skills

Research experience

Educación

GPA 3.2 (4.0 scale)

Related coursework (IR, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, Intl Economics, Political Science, CS, STEM)

Herramientas

Microsoft Word

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Internship Opportunities

The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is a Washington, DC-based nonpartisan 501(c)(3) research institute focusing on national security and foreign policy. FDD conducts in-depth research, produces accurate and timely analyses, identifies illicit activities, and provides policy options – all with the aim of strengthening U.S. national security and reducing or eliminating threats posed by adversaries and enemies of the United States and other free nations. FDD does not accept donations from any foreign governments.

About FDD's Internship Program

The Foundation for Defense of Democracies offers a variety of internship opportunities designed to provide meaningful professional development. Interns participate in a twice-monthly speaker series featuring senior staff members in a small-group setting and are encouraged to strengthen their academic and analytical skills through close collaboration with FDD scholars and experts. The organization offers stipends and can assist students seeking academic credit; however, stipend eligibility requirements must be met. FDD provides both hybrid and remote internship options.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. It is recommended that interested candidates submit applications early. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Russia Research Program

The Russia Research Program is seeking full-time and part-time interns. Interns will work closely with Dr. Ivana Stradner, research fellow and advisor to FDD's Barish Center for Media Integrity, and John Hardie, deputy director of FDD's Russia Program, to conduct research on projects related to Russia. Projects will focus on topics including Russia's information operations, cybersecurity, international organizations, the Russian military, Russia's war in Ukraine, and Western economic warfare with Russia. Those with an interest in Russia and foreign policy are strongly encouraged to apply. FDD is looking for interns with research experience and strong writing skills. The ability to conduct research in a foreign language - particularly Russian or Ukrainian - is a plus but not required.

Eligibility

• Must have at least a 3.2 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
• Should have a relevant course of study and have completed coursework in any of the following fields: International Relations, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, International Economics, Political Science. Computer science, and/or a relevant STEM field of study.
• Interns should have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, as well as basic Excel skills.
• Must be able to commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Application Materials Required

• Resume/CV
• Cover letter (Please review our website and include which FDD projects and issue areas resonate with you and why. Also indicate where you found this internship and your availability for the semester.)
• Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages)
• Unofficial transcript copy

Please specify the department(s) for which you would like to be considered (feel free to indicate preferences) in your cover letter. While you may use the same cover letter for multiple positions, please submit a separate application for each position of interest.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.