About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity for students to support scholar research and activity within the Center on the United States and Europe (CUSE). You will work alongside experts in government and academia to gain professional experience in public policy and international affairs. The role focuses on U.S. policy towards Europe and the foreign policies of European states.
What you'll do#
- Assist with research, event coordination, and administrative work.
- Monitor current developments in research areas relevant to CUSE.
- Collect, review, and summarize literature materials.
- Help with the logistical planning and implementation of roundtables, workshops, and meetings.
- Update mailing, media, and invitation lists.
- Attend foreign policy events, take notes, and brief CUSE staff members.
- Provide general administrative support to the team.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate student in your junior or senior year, or a graduate student. PhD students are not eligible.
- An interest in European affairs and transatlantic relations.
- Ability to commit to at least 20 hours per week during regular business hours.
- Successful completion of a background investigation.
- A resume and a cover letter addressed to the Hiring Manager.
- Relevant academic background in fields such as Political Science, International Relations, Economics, or History.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, hybrid position based in Washington, DC.
- You must be located in the U.S. for the duration of the internship.
- Work cannot be performed from the following states: Alaska, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Michigan, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Washington.
- The term for this internship is Winter 2027.
About The Brookings Institution
The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit think tank based in Washington, DC. Founded in 1916, the organization conducts research on public policy and governance. Its work spans local, national, and global levels. The institution employs between 201 and 500 people.
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