About the role#
The Communications Department at FDD offers an internship for students interested in the intersection of foreign policy, journalism, and public relations. You will gain experience in the Washington media environment by supporting the team with daily operations and long-term projects. This role includes access to a twice-monthly speaker series featuring FDD senior staff.
What you'll do#
- Monitor the organization's media profile.
- Track media metrics and assist in building contacts across broadcast and print outlets.
- Write and synthesize research products.
- Create content for social media channels.
- Participate in regular professional development sessions.
What you'll need#
- A minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Current enrollment in a relevant field such as International Relations, History, Communications, Journalism, Economics, Political Science, or Computer Science.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and basic Excel skills.
- Ability to commit to at least 22 hours per week.
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
- Strong writing skills are preferred.
- Familiarity with website content management systems or HTML is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: Remote and hybrid options are available.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
The Foundation for Defense of Democracies is a nonpartisan research institute located in Washington, DC. It focuses on national security and foreign policy. The organization employs a team of experts from fields such as intelligence, law, and technology to produce research for policymakers and the media. It operates three centers that examine military, economic, and cyber power.
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