Middle East Research Internship
6 days ago
Join the Foundation for Defense of Democracies as a Research Intern in our Middle East Research Program. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work closely with senior staff and contribute to critical projects related to Israel, Iran, Syria, and Lebanon.
About the Program
The Middle East Research Program is a dynamic and fast-paced environment that requires strong research and writing skills. As a Research Intern, you will assist in conducting research on regional developments, politics, international relations, economic relations, and national security. Your work will focus on projects related to the Middle East, with a particular emphasis on Israel, Iran, Syria, and Lebanon.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research on various topics related to the Middle East, including regional developments, politics, international relations, economic relations, and national security.
- Assist in writing reports and other materials related to the Middle East Research Program.
- Work closely with senior staff to develop and implement research projects.
- Contribute to the development of policy recommendations and other materials related to the Middle East.
Requirements
- Must have at least a 3.2 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
- Should have a relevant course of study and have completed coursework in any of the following fields: International Relations, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, International Economics, Political Science, Computer Science, and/or a relevant STEM field of study.
- Interns should have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, as well as basic Excel skills.
- Must be able to commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Application Materials Required
- Resume/CV
- Cover letter (Please review our website and include which FDD projects and issue areas resonate with you and why. Also indicate where you found this internship and your availability for the semester.)
- Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages)
- Unofficial transcript copy
Please specify the department(s) for which you would like to be considered (feel free to indicate preferences) in your cover letter. While you may use the same cover letter for multiple positions, please submit a separate application for each position of interest.
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