Regional Security Studies Internships

Mission: To develop the next generation of regional security practitioners through hands-on experience, professional skill development, networking opportunities, and direct engagement with government authorities.

Vision: A future where our interns are inspired and empowered with purpose and civic duty through programs that highlight the importance of public service. We firmly believe that our interns can play a pivotal role in improving government agencies, enhancing policies, and modernizing systems. Together, we contribute to an adaptable and forward-thinking government and a better future for our society.

Internships, Visiting Scholars, and Visiting Practitioners should last 20 weeks or longer, with a minimum of 16 weeks. Participants have the flexibility to work between 20 and 40 hours per week. These positions are uncompensated, and participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodations, and living expenses.

College of Security Studies: Regional Security Studies Internship Program (RSSIP)

RSSIP places capable and motivated students, along with recent college graduates, at the center of executing our courses and workshops at DKI APCSS.

RSSIP Responsibilities:

• Attend relevant training, preparations, and staff meetings to effectively support the Center.
• Provide logistical support for activities including timekeeping, microphone use, ushering, escorting, and venue set-up.
• Attend lectures to improve knowledge.
• Assist with exercises and games.
• Participate in faculty working groups.
• Assist Seminar Leaders in executing the in-resident courses.

Interns will have the opportunity to

• Serve as a Seminar Leader as needed.
• Write a paper for publication.
• Assist professors with lectures or publications.
• Engage in Center social activities.
• Observe official visits and expert discussions.

Academic Credit – The RSSIP can qualify for academic credit. Interns are responsible for verifying whether their schools offer this and making the necessary arrangements.

Qualifications – Candidates should demonstrate the following:

• Participation in an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited institution
• Recent completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited institution.
• Academic and professional goals relevant to international affairs, economics, or federal service
• Interest in Indo-Pacific security issues
• Strong interpersonal skills, an understanding of teamwork, and a commitment to professionalism
• A grasp of classroom etiquette
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Eligible Candidates

• U.S. citizens and internationals who can obtain an F-1 or J-1 Visa.
• It is the responsibility of the foreign candidates to apply for a visa to enter the United States. DKI APCSS does NOT sponsor visas. Foreign student candidates with questions about securing a visa should address them to rssip@apcss.org
• Graduate and undergraduate students with a minimum 3.0 GPA, recent graduates (less than 5 years) have priority in recruitment.
• Other applicants may be considered according to the needs of the Center
• All applicants must be able to pass a background investigation