Internships with the Indo-Pacific Program

2025 Spring Internship with the Indo-Pacific Program

The Indo-Pacific Program at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars seeks a staff intern for a paid fall internship. Applicants with an interest in, coursework related to, and experience working on issues related to US security, economic, and political interests in the Indo-Pacific are encouraged to apply by the November 25, 2024 deadline.

Please note: Application deadline is 11:59pm (EST) on November 25, 2024.

Internship Description

The 2025 Spring Internship provides an opportunity for practical experience in an environment that bridges academic study with public policy. The staff intern will gain valuable experience in conference organization, policy research methods, preparation of publications, social media management, and administrative assignments in support of Program activities. Opportunities to foster independent research will also be offered; the intern will be encouraged to draft an individual blogpost on a topic relevant to their field for potential publication in the Indo-Pacific Program’s Asia Dispatches.

The 2025 Spring Internship will be conducted in an in-person work status, including both telework and onsite tasks to assist with in-person events in Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist with programmatic and administrative tasks
• Assist with virtual and on-site conferences and workshops, including prepping the event spaces and designing event materials for distribution
• Research and monitor political and economic developments in the Indo-Pacific and US relations with countries in the region.
• Provide research support for Indo-Pacific Program analysts

Eligibility Requirements

The Wilson Center is NOT able to sponsor visas for interns. International students, holding hold a valid F-1 or J-1 visa and appropriate work authorization, are eligible to apply. All international students must obtain written permission from their Designated School Official or Responsible Visa Officer at their university stating that they are in valid immigration status and eligible to participate in an internship at the Wilson Center.

Applicants should have a solid understanding of the geopolitics and economic relations of East Asia and experience conducting research. While Japanese, Mandarin, or Korean language skill would be useful, it is not a prerequisite.

Hours/Payment

This internship is a paid, part-time position (up to 15 hours/week) for 12 weeks. A modest salary of $17.45/hr. (GS 3, step 3) will be provided to the selected applicant for the duration of the 12-week internship.

Application Instructions

To apply, send the following materials in ONE COMPLETE application package (PDF) and submit via email prior to the application deadline. Within your email, clearly state what dates and times you are available to work. 

Please note: Application deadline is 11:59pm (EST) on November 25, 2024.

The application materials include:

• Completed Indo-Pacific Program - Internship Application (download above)
• Cover Letter (describing your academic interests, how you could contribute to the team, and what you are looking to gain from the internship)
• Current Resume (indicating relevant coursework)
• 3-5 page Writing Sample or excerpt from a recent research paper with separate Works Cited page

Note: When submitting via email, attached files should be in Word compatible or PDF formats. As much as possible, please send your complete application materials in one email with your name in the subject line.

All materials should be submitted to the indopacific@wilsoncenter.org.

For more information about the Indo-Pacific Program and the Korea Center, please visit each program’s respective websites.

The Wilson Center is an equal opportunity employer and follows equal opportunity employment guidelines in the selection of its interns.The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to hire only individuals who are eligible to work in the United States. An individual selected for a paid internship will be expected to present proper evidence establishing employability prior to being appointed.