What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Internship, Great Power Competition, Fall 2026 position at Hudson Institute?
Description
Hudson Institute is seeking interns looking to gain experience in research focused on Great Power Competition and China. This intern will provide research and administrative support to Senior Fellows Michael Sobolik and David Feith. In addition to being exposed to critical issues in the aforementioned subject areas, interns will spend significant time discussing these issues with their expert(s). Those who work onsite will also have the opportunity to assist with, and attend, Hudson Institute public events, as well as intern-specific events featuring Hudson scholars and experts across Washington, DC.
About Hudson Institute
Hudson Institute is a research-focused public policy think tank headquartered in Washington, D.C., dedicated to promoting American leadership for a secure, free, and prosperous future. For more than half a century, Hudson Institute has been challenging conventional thinking by developing new ideas and practical solutions to shape critical foreign and domestic policy decisions.
Responsibilities include
- Gathering and analyzing data for inclusion in podcasts, op-eds, Senate hearings, etc.
- Keeping the expert up to date on current events.
- Assisting the expert with research projects and presentations.
- Assisting with articles, op-eds, reports, and briefing memos.
- Assisting with administrative tasks and event support.
How to Apply:
Please upload a cover letter, resume, and short, relevant writing sample (2-3 pages) in a single PDF to the cover letter file upload. Those who do not submit a writing sample will be disqualified.
Due to the large number of applications that we receive, we regret that we can only contact those applicants who have been selected for an interview.
Requirements
- Candidates should be recent graduates or current students working towards a degree in political science, international relations, economics, security studies, or related fields.
- Candidates should show a demonstrated interest in the US-China relationship.
- Candidates should be able to work independently, manage their time wisely, and meet deadlines.
- Candidates should be detail-focused, reliable, professional, and possess strong research, writing, editing, concision, and analysis skills, as well as excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Candidates should be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
- This position requires in-person work. Please indicate if you intend to work in-person in your cover letter.
- Candidates should be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
- Especially interested in candidates with Chinese-language skills.