๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Paid Internship in the USA ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Middle East Program Summer Intern ๐ŸŒ Policy Research, Washington D.C. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Paid Internship in the USA ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Middle East Program Summer Intern ๐ŸŒ Policy Research, Washington D.C. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Paid Internship in the USA ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Middle East Program Summer Intern ๐ŸŒ Policy Research, Washington D.C. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is offering a full-time, paid Summer 2026 internship within its Middle East Program in Washington, D.C. This is a substantive research and policy role โ€” not a coffee-fetching gig โ€” where you’ll contribute directly to high-level analysis on one of the world’s most complex and consequential regions.

๐ŸŒ Did You Know? Washington, D.C. is home to more think tanks per capita than almost any city in the world โ€” making it the global nerve centre for policy research, international affairs, and strategic analysis.

What Will You Do?

๐Ÿ“š Compile research briefs and literature reviews for fellows and senior research staff
โœ๏ธ Attend virtual or in-person events and produce detailed event summaries
๐Ÿ“Š Pitch and research content for the Middle East Program newsletter, including the “Charting the Middle East” chart series
๐ŸŒ Support maintenance of the programme’s website, impact tracker, and contact database
๐Ÿ—‚๏ธ Assist with other administrative and programmatic tasks as needed
๐ŸŒ Did You Know? CSIS was founded in 1962 and has grown into one of the world’s top-ranked think tanks, consistently placing among the most influential policy research institutions globally โ€” with over 120 analysts working on international security and geopolitics.

Who Can Apply?

๐ŸŽ“ Bachelor’s degree or higher in Middle East studies, international affairs, political science, or a related field
๐Ÿ“ˆ Minimum 3.5 GPA on a U.S. scale (or equivalent)
๐ŸŒ Strong demonstrated interest in and knowledge of the Middle East
โœ๏ธ Outstanding written, research, and oral communication skills in English
๐Ÿง  A creative mindset and enthusiasm for challenging, intellectually demanding assignments
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Working knowledge of Arabic, Persian, and/or Hebrew is strongly preferred (reading and listening skills)
๐Ÿ“Š Candidates with skills in data analysis and visualisation, AI knowledge, or Gulf experience are especially encouraged to apply
โš–๏ธ Must be legally eligible to work in the United States

Compensation

๐Ÿ’ต $18.00/hour โ€” current undergraduate students
๐Ÿ’ต $19.00/hour โ€” candidates holding a bachelor’s degree
๐Ÿ’ต $20.00/hour โ€” candidates holding a master’s degree

How to Apply

๐Ÿ“„ Submit a rรฉsumรฉ, cover letter, a writing sample of up to five double-spaced pages, and all available college transcripts
โœ๏ธ Writing samples should demonstrate policy-relevant research and writing on the Middle East region
๐Ÿ“ฌ Additional references may be requested if you advance in the hiring process

Key Information

๐Ÿ“… Period: End of May โ€“ End of August 2026
๐Ÿ“ Location: Washington, D.C., USA (hybrid flexibility)
โณ Deadline: 27 March 2026
๐Ÿ’ผ Type: Full-time, Paid Internship
๐Ÿ’ต Pay: $18โ€“$20/hour (based on education level)
โš–๏ธ Eligibility: Must be legally authorised to work in the USA

Application Link

๐Ÿ“Ž Apply directly through the official CSIS careers portal:
https://jobs.silkroad.com/CSIS/Careers/jobs/1750

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