What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Analyst Intern - Economic Security and Technology / Front Office (Fall 2026 position at Center for Strategic and International Studies?
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 275 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.
The Economic Security and Technology (EST) Department at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is seeking a highly motivated data analyst intern to support the department's research projects. This position is an opportunity to apply prior data analysis experience to a range of economic security and technology issues within one of CSIS's most dynamic departments. The ideal candidate is organized, creative, and proactive, with strong data-handling skills and an interest in U.S. technology policy, global trade and finance, and geopolitics. This internship provides a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of international economic and technology issues while learning about the broader mission and work of CSIS. The position is paid hourly, at $19.40/hour for candidates with a bachelor's degree; $20.40/hour for those with a master's degree.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES- Help clean, organize, and prepare economic data that will form the basis of public-facing research, using Excel, Python, and other analytic tools (e.g., Bloomberg Terminal)
- Support all day-to-day research activities of the EST Front Office
- Collaborate closely with fellow interns and research staff on time-sensitive assignments and other departmental initiatives
- Must hold a bachelor's degree in economics or a related quantitative discipline. Progress towards a master's degree, or a master's degree, is a plus
- Must have prior experience, which may include academic or internship work, in data cleaning and statistical analysis with economic datasets. Exposure to large datasets is a plus
- Strong Excel skills and working knowledge of Python are required. Familiarity with Bloomberg Terminal is a plus
- Must have excellent English-language writing and research skills and be detail-oriented under pressure
- Should be a critical and creative thinker who thrives in an independent working environment with tight deadlines. Proactive problem solving, proper time management skills, and the ability to brief staff in an effective and concise manner are essential
- Must be able to work in-person at the CSIS office with the ability to work from home occasionally if needed
- Must be able to function well as part of a friendly, small, and close-knit team. The ability to communicate efficiently and effectively is necessary
- Preference will be given to candidates who would be able to complete an in-person, 3-month, full-time internship.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Interested applicants should submit a single combined PDF containing a resume, cover letter, and a one-page memo summarizing a data collection or analysis project they have worked on, ideally on a relevant topic. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be considered.
Please note that an additional data analysis assessment may be requested.
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $19 - $20