Job Description
About the Position
Quincy Institute is a public policy think tank based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to advancing ideas that move U.S. foreign policy away from endless war and toward vigorous diplomacy in the pursuit of international peace. The institute envisions a world where peace is the norm and war the exception and operates independently of any political party.
The Quincy Institute (QI) Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students, as well as recent graduates from diverse backgrounds to engage in career exploration and development.
The mission of QI’s internship is designed to provide hands-on experience aligned with interns’ academic interests and career goals. Interns will have the opportunity to participate in internal meetings, external engagements, and QI events online or in-person.
This position may be performed remotely or from the Quincy Institute’s Washington, D.C. office.
Responsibilities
Conduct research on U.S. foreign policy and military strategy in the Middle East and South Asia, with a focus on regions including Israel/Palestine, Iraq, Syria, Iran, the Gulf states, Turkey, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. This research will contribute to products that range from original policy research to rapid analysis to op-ed writing.
Contribute to a range of outputs, including policy research, rapid-response analysis, and op-eds
Provide research and analytical support to other Quincy Institute staff
Monitor daily and weekly news cycles to track developments relevant to ongoing research
Support congressional outreach, communications efforts, and tracking political developments
Demonstrate a keen interest in the foreign policy work of the Quincy Institute and an interest in working in a dynamic and ambitious environment
Requirements
Demonstrated interest in the Greater Middle East and related geopolitical issues
Familiarity with U.S. foreign policy and ongoing policy debates in the United States
Understanding of realism as a theory of international relations, military restraint, and restraint literature
Fluency (not just proficiency) in Turkish, Arabic, Persian, Pashto, or Urdu will receive heightened consideration
Background in economics or statistics is a plus
Must be currently enrolled or have recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in political science, international relations, economics, or a related field in the social sciences or humanities, or be a recent graduate in aforementioned areas or a related field
Strong writing and research skills, including basic familiarity with AP and Chicago citation styles
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite applications
Experience with data analysis and visualization to include create graphics, maps, and other charts is a plus
$17.95 - $17.95 an hour
Pay and Hours
The pay for this position is $17.95 per hour with an average of 19 hours per week.
To Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and applicable writing sample. Application deadline is May 1st but may remain open if needed. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. F-1 CPT is permitted.
Duration
The position is expected to start by end of May, and can continue for up to 12 months based on performance.
Location
This position may be performed remotely or from the Quincy Institute’s Washington, D.C. office. Remote work must be performed within the United States.
About the Quincy Institute
The Quincy Institute is a public policy think tank in Washington, DC, founded in 2019 whose mission is to promote ideas that move US foreign policy away from endless war and toward vigorous diplomacy and forward-looking economic engagement, based on the grand strategy of Restraint. It envisions a world where peace is the norm, war the exception, and the United States a leading source of healthy ideas and influence. The Institute operates independently of any political party.
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