• Job Description

  Req#: 2334

  Overview

  All who are selected to participate in CFR’s Blavatnik Internship Program and Robina Franklin Williams Internship Program receive training in the field of foreign policy and international affairs as well as skills training in writing, research, program planning, and much more.

  The intern will have the opportunity to build a base of knowledge about the Middle East and North Africa region through drafting memos and background briefs. Additionally, the intern will improve upon their research, writing, editing, proofreading, organization, and time management skills.

  CFR internships are paid, require a 14 - 18 hour commitment, and are filled on a rolling basis.

  CFR’s spring internship program gives interns the opportunity to choose whether to work in our office in a hybrid capacity (half in the office, and half remote), or on an offsite fully remote basis.

  The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

  • Conduct research as requested by the research associate and/or fellow on a variety of topics
  • Assist with writing and editing content, including research memos and briefs, blog posts, book chapters, and other publications, as needed
  • Prepare background research memos for proposed book chapters
  • Assist with the social media presence and marketing strategy for the department, including drafting tweets and brainstorming outreach ideas, as needed
  • Track daily news reports that are relevant for the department
  • Track social media activity
  • Track media coverage for the fellow
  • Assist in logistical support for meetings, including but not limited to preparing distribution materials and helping with guest check-in during roundtables and other departmental events, under the supervisor’s direct supervision

  Qualifications

  • Undergraduate or graduate student with a concentration in international relations, political science, history, Middle East studies, or a related field
  • All applicants should have completed the equivalent of four semesters of college coursework (not including AP classes in high school) by the time they begin an internship
  • Prior research experience required
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, OneDrive required
  • Excellent editing, proofreading, source collection/managment skills required
  • Proficiency in statistical software and/or Zotero a plus
  • Proficiency in Arabic, Hebrew, and/or Turkish a plus

  Pay Rate

  $17.00 per hour

  About CFR

  Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

  CFR’s Internship Program is made possible through the generous support of the Blavatnik Family Foundation, the Robina Foundation, CFR members, and the family and friends of Franklin Williams.

  The Council on Foreign Relations is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Quality, diversity, and balance are the key objectives sought by the Council on Foreign Relations in the composition of its workforce.

• About the company

  The Council on Foreign Relations, founded in 1921, is a United States nonprofit think tank specializing in US foreign policy and international affairs.

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