Research Intern - Strategic Technologies Program (Winter 2026)

JOB SUMMARY:

CSIS seeks atechnology policyintern to support theStrategic Technologies Program.TheStrategic Technologies Programconducts research on the social, economic, and security challenges created byemergingtechnologies to inform effective policy solutions and best practices. TheStrategic Technologies Programis a leading voice ontechnology policy, partnering with the private sector and governments to provide pragmatic, data-driven analysis and recommendationswritten for a global audience. The Program's research agenda includescybersecurity;5G networks and telecommunications;intelligence,artificial intelligence;emerging technology and innovation;and the political effect of the internet.Due tothe fast-paced work environment, interns should bemotivatedself-starters that enjoy a wide variety of analytic andprogrammaticwork.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functionsinclude:

• Assistingwith monitoring developments in thetechnology policyarena;

• Assistingwith ongoingresearchprojectsas neededin both the national and international arena;

• Collaborate with and support multiple staff members on different research projects including international cybersecurity, artificial intelligence,data governance,distributed ledger technology, 5thgeneration telecommunications, and encryption.

• Compiling researchand data into literature reviews, summaries, backgrounders, and short publications to support the program's research portfolio;

• Assistingwith development and maintenance of research databases;

• Supportingeventsand other administrative tasks as necessary;

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must holdbachelor'sdegree or higherin a relevant field. Graduate degree preferred. Currentgraduatestudents will be considered.

• Experience in policy research, particularly in technology policy;

• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution;

• Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely, particularly about technical concepts;

• Strongprofessionalcommunication and interpersonal skillswith colleagues and high-level stakeholders;

• Ability to work independentlyand managemultiple assignments under deadlineseffectively;

• Demonstrated interest intechnology policyissues;

• Demonstrated understanding of CSIS purpose and function, as well as a familiarity with theTechnology Policy Program;

• Specific experience with facial recognition technology, distributed ledger technology, 5thgeneration telecommunications, or international cybersecurity is a plus.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Performances of duties require the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel.The jobfrequentlyrequiresabilityto stand, walk, sit, reach with hands andarmsand talk or hear. Specific vision abilitiesrequiredinclude close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depthperceptionand ability to adjust focus. 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.Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

Applications should be submitted through the CSIS Careers & Culture portal. The review process will continue until the position is filled. All applicants must submit the following documents, as a single PDF file under the "Resume" field:

1. Resume
2. Cover letter.
3. A writing sample (max 5 pages).
4. Academic transcript (official or unofficial).
5. Contact info for 3 references (name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number).