Government Affairs Intern

General overview: Pay and Hours: All ACW internship positions are paid an hourly wage. Interns may work 10-20 hours a week, depending on their availability and on organizational needs. Positions: Each intern will be assigned to work directly with a specific (in some cases two) research fellow or staff member in one of four positions: (1) Government Affairs Intern, (2) Editing Intern, (3) Research Intern, (4) Palestine Program Intern.

Note: Each applicant will be considered for *all available positions*. Positions will be assigned based on candidate interests and experience, and on organizational needs. What our interns typically gain: Research methods, data gathering, and analysis techniques.

Writing skills and editing of written work. Skills in preparing and writing policy analysis papers and congressional reports. Understanding of the nature and scope of work of a think tank and of the 3 branches of government including any activity related to Middle East policy such as meetings, letters, orders, bills, hearings, etc.

Access, exposure, and connections to the DC think tank scene and US government.

Experience and information in the fields of US Middle East policy and US-Arab relations. Eligibility requirements: Currently enrolled graduate or undergraduate student, or recent graduate. Degree, or a demonstrated interest, in a relevant field (e.g., Middle East studies, political science, international affairs, international law, US foreign policy, or similar fields).

Working knowledge and familiarity with computer and data applications (e.g., MS Suite) and internet research tools. Previous experience in writing and research is desirable.

Experience and skills directly related to a particular position are also desirable (such as: editing and fact-checking experience; familiarity with 3 branches of government…) English fluency is required, proficiency in Arabic or another regional language a plus. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for the entire duration of the internship. ACW currently has a hybrid work setting.

Applicants must be able to work from the ACW office 2+ days per week for the duration of the internship. How to apply: Please carefully review the above requirements, then click below to apply. You must: Complete the online form, Upload your resume(1-2 pages), and Upload a writing sample(or an excerpt) that is 3-5 pages long.

Please note: Applications must include all three items listed above to be considered. Applications submitted *outside the application period* for each semester will not be considered (see dates below). Only candidates short-listed for interviews will be contacted.

Internship Dates and Recruiting Schedule | | | | | |---|---|---|---| | | Application period | Offers sent out | Internship dates | | Spring | October 1-November 10 | Early December | January – April | | Summer | February 1-28 (or 29) | Early April | May – August | | Fall | June 1-30 | Early August | September – December |