Research Intern Security Studies Program

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A Carnegie Endowment policy-research program addressing governance challenges and risks from AI, cybersecurity, the information environment, and biotechnology.

Washington, DC, United States
About Technology and International Affairs Program

The Technology and International Affairs Program studies and shapes the global technology agenda through independent analysis, policy engagement, data gathering, and convening. Its stated aim is to help public- and private-sector leaders make better decisions for international security and human well-being.

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About the Role

You will support research, writing, editorial, administrative, and organizational work for security studies. You will assist scholars with ongoing projects, background research, and events, including the Global Technology Summit and Security Studies Dialogue. Your research may cover military modernization, boundary issues, security outlook, strategic partnerships, and global conflicts. You will attend the New Delhi office full time.

Requirements

  • Graduate-level minimum educational qualification
  • Excellent verbal and written command of English
  • Background in defence or strategic studies, or a related field
  • Excellent research and writing skills
  • Submit a one-page cover letter stating suitability, relevant experience and skills, and availability
  • Submit a one-page resume
  • Submit a writing sample without using an AI tool

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative, editorial, research, writing, and organizational support
  • Assist scholars with ongoing projects and background research
  • Support events
  • Help organize the Global Technology Summit and Security Studies Dialogue
  • Conduct research on military modernization, boundary issues, security outlook, strategic partnerships, and global conflicts
  • Attend the New Delhi office full time

Hiring Process

Applications are judged on academic performance, relevant academic study, and work experience; only qualified applicants are contacted for interviews.