Transatlantic Security Initiative Intern – Fall 2020
Our interns are an integral part of the Transatlantic Security Initiative. Within a small team, most of our projects are all-hands-on-deck, and we encourage interns to actively engage with events, publications, and strategies. This position will expose the candidate to the writing process for publications and articles, logistical elements of event planning, creating strategic initiatives within a think tank.
Based on the fundamental understanding that today’s most pressing global security challenges are most effectively managed with allies, the Transatlantic Security Initiative conducts research and project activities on topics related to NATO and European security and defense. This includes policy analysis and recommendations on the future of the NATO alliance, how it should be adapting to address today’s security threats, US security policy toward Europe, European defense strategies, NATO-EU relations, and beyond. The Transatlantic Security Initiative brings together top policymakers, government and military officials, business leaders, and experts from Europe and North America through public conferences, off-the-record briefings, table-top exercises, strategy sessions, research and publications, and more.
The intern will assist in the organization and execution of the Transatlantic Security Initiative’s robust programming and will also contribute to other Scowcroft Center practice areas’ work as required.
The successful candidate will have a passion for the work, an entrepreneurial ethos, and a collegial spirit while also being an effective communicator who adheres to deadlines and enjoys the fast pace of learning and growing in an organization. Demonstrated interest in international affairs, transatlantic security and defense, Europe, and NATO through classwork and/or experience is preferred. Communications, digital, and event management skills are also desired.
Fall Internships will begin on the following dates:
- September 8, 2020
- September 14, 2020
The deadline to apply is July 31, 2020, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will continue until a successful candidate has been selected.
The positions are unpaid, but candidates gain valuable skills, experience, knowledge, and contacts in the Washington, DC international policy community. A monthly metro reimbursement is offered, along with Workshops, briefings with fellows, as well as other senior-level staff.
Responsibilities
- Handle logistics for program events and activities.
- Manage program contacts and knowledge.
- Draft correspondence and take notes at the Initiative’s public and private events, including conferences, roundtables, strategy sessions, and table-top exercises.
- Help draft event descriptions, invitations, talking points, briefings, and memos.
- Assist with social media engagement.
- Draft the Transatlantic Security Initiative’s daily news brief, and stay on top of the latest news and analysis on transatlantic security issues.
- Conduct research to support the activities of staff, deputies, senior fellows, and the director.
Qualifications
- Must be at least a college junior in good standing, a graduate student or a recent graduate, preferably majoring in international affairs/relations, security studies, or related topics.
- Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (out of 4.0) scale, or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution.
- Applicants must be able to work full-time (40 hrs/week).
- Must demonstrate proven interest in international affairs and international security.
- Must work well with others and interact professionally with senior figures.
International applications are welcome, but candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. The Atlantic Council does not facilitate visas for internship applicants but can assist in having a third party sponsor a visa. Internship applicants are responsible for any costs associated with the visa sponsorship.
This Fall internships will be remote due to COVID-19 , however, there is a possibility for in-office opportunities for local interns