The Wilson Center Research Assistant Internship offers a life-changing opportunity for students and recent graduates to collaborate with top scholars on global issues. This immersive experience is perfect for those passionate about research, public policy, and academic growth.

Application Period: November 1 – December 8, 2024
Internship Duration: January 14 – May 2025 (Spring Term)
Stipend: $500/month
Formats Available: In-person, remote, and hybrid

Interns engage directly with scholars, conducting detailed research and gaining hands-on experience. You’ll work on meaningful tasks like literature reviews, editing documents, and using library resources. Alongside this, you can join panel discussions, conferences, and networking events to broaden your perspective on international relations and public policy.

• Conduct literature reviews and create bibliographies.
• Proofread and edit research documents.
• Utilize Wilson Center Library resources for research support.

• Collaborate with a world-class scholar for 12–15 hours weekly.
• Earn academic credit for your work.
• Gain exposure to a dynamic intellectual community.
• Attend exclusive events featuring diplomats, academics, and policymakers.

The program welcomes:

• Current undergraduates, recent graduates (within one year), and graduate students.
• Candidates with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• International students studying in the U.S. with valid F-1/J-1 visas and work authorization (CPT/OPT).

Required Documents:

1. Completed application form.
2. Cover letter highlighting your academic and research interests.
3. Updated resume showing relevant coursework or experience.
4. Writing sample (3–5 pages with a bibliography).
5. Two recommendation letters (direct submissions accepted).
6. Unofficial or official transcripts.

You could contribute to cutting-edge research on:

1. Energy and Climate Change – Decarbonization and geopolitics.
2. Global Economics – Latin America’s neoliberal era.
3. Africa and China Relations – Democracy and cooperation.
4. Hindu Nationalism – Intellectual history and national identity.

1. Visit the Wilson Center Internship Portal
2. Submit all required documents by December 8, 2024.
3. Note: Contact with scholars is not allowed; all applications are reviewed centrally. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Applications Open: November 1, 2024
• Deadline: December 8, 2024
• Start Date: January 14, 2025

Don’t miss this chance to enhance your academic and professional journey. Join the Wilson Center as a Research Assistant Intern and work at the forefront of global research and policy innovation. Apply now and take the first step towards an extraordinary future!