Internships with the Mexico Institute

The Mexico Institute is currently accepting internship applications. 

Semester: Spring (January 13 - May 23)
Application period: (November 1 - December 1)

Salary: $17.80 per hour
Location: Washington, DC, and remote/hybrid

Hours:Maximum 35 hours a week

The Mexico Institute is accepting applications for qualified students (advanced undergraduate or graduate), or recent graduates interested in being a part-time (20-35 hours/week), in-person or hybrid Staff Assistant intern. 

Description

The Wilson Center’s Mexico Institute is the only think tank program of its kind in Washington, DC, dedicated exclusively to the study of Mexico, its relationship with the United States, and its role in North America. Every semester, the Institute hires two staff assistant interns to aid in long and shortform research projects, event planning and execution support, and administrative duties. This is an excellent opportunity for students and recent graduates who wish to work in the fast-paced world of foreign policy recommendations and research. 

Job Responsibilities 

• Research support - This may entail anything from formatting citations on scholarly publications to researching and designing infographics for dissemination on our website and social channels. 
• Website maintenance - Managing and updating the Mexico Institute webpage, including but not limited to, creating profiles for experts and speakers, drafting and publishing descriptions and summaries of events, and posting articles and explainers. 
• Event support - The Mexico Institute regularly puts on a variety of events, both in person and online, public and private. A major duty of our interns is supporting these events, which may entail setting up and running Zoom webinars, corresponding with points of contact for high level private meetings, or helping to set up and break down catering and decorations. 

Qualifications 

• Enthusiasm and experience on topics pertaining to the US-Mexico relationship.
• Working fluency of written and spoken Spanish and English.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines on a range of topics in different mediums. 
• Strong writing and communication skills

Eligibility Requirements

These are the baseline eligibility requirements that all interns must meet.

• Must be a current student, recent graduate (within one calendar year), and/or have been accepted to enter an advanced degree program
• International students are eligible, but they must hold a valid F-1 or J-1 visa and appropriate work authorization. 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 do an internship at the Center. The Wilson Center is an equal opportunity employer and follows equal opportunity employment guidelines in the selection of its interns.

Application Instructions

Please fill out this form and attach your CV, cover letter, and a writing sample. The deadline to submit applications is Sunday, December 1st at 6:00pm EST.