About the role#
The Quincy Institute is hiring an intern to support the Middle East program for the winter 2027 term. This position offers an opportunity to gain practical experience in public policy research and foreign affairs. You will work on projects that analyze U.S. foreign policy and military strategy, contributing to policy papers, rapid analysis, and op-eds.
What you'll do#
- Research issues concerning U.S. foreign policy and military strategy in the Middle East and South Asia.
- Track daily and weekly news cycles to identify developments relevant to ongoing research.
- Support staff with congressional outreach, communications, and tracking political developments.
- Create data visualizations, including maps, graphics, and charts.
- Provide general administrative support to the team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from an undergraduate or graduate program in political science, international relations, economics, law, or a related field.
- Familiarity with U.S. foreign policy debates and the theory of realism in international relations.
- Strong research and writing skills, including knowledge of AP style and Chicago citation formats.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
- Fluency in Turkish, Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, Pashto, or Urdu is preferred.
- Experience with economics or statistics is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship at $18.40 per hour.
- You may work remotely, on-site in Washington, D.C., or in a hybrid capacity.
- The term covers the winter 2027 period.
About Quincy Institute
The Quincy Institute is a public policy think tank based in Washington, D.C. Founded in 2019, the organization operates as a nonprofit entity. It focuses on U.S. foreign policy and promotes diplomatic efforts to reduce military conflict. The institute maintains a transpartisan approach and functions independently of political parties.
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