The intern will conduct research in support of several American Enterprise Institute scholars researching the Chinese military, security issues in the Indo-Pacific, and US defense policy. Key responsibilities may include monitoring security developments in the region, compiling sources in English and Chinese, collecting and organizing data for long-term projects, and drafting memos and annotated bibliographies. The ideal candidate will possess: - A demonstrated interest in Asian studies, - Research experience in defense and military studies or related internship experience, - Close attention to detail, - The ability to work independently, - A positive attitude, and - Excellent interpersonal skills. Full working proficiency in Mandarin Chinese is required. Additional language skills are beneficial but not required. Full-time availability is preferred. Please include your availability in your cover letter.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The European studies intern will provide research and administrative assistance to support multiple American Enterprise Institute (AEI) scholars, including Senior Fellows Dalibor Rohac and Elisabeth Braw, who research European politics and economics and gray-zone warfare. The intern may undertake a variety of research activities such as tracking current events across multiple European countries and international organizations, assisting with academic literature reviews, drafting memos, conducting open-source intelligence research, assembling data, fact-checking for publications, and performing other tasks when appropriate. The intern will also assist in coordinating AEI public events, conferences, roundtables, and meetings.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The Editing Services department at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) is responsible for editing and coordinating publications, event materials, and other projects and assisting with the promotion of scholars’ work. An intern in this department will assist team members with copyediting and proofreading, coordinating AEI book promotion, maintaining archives, and completing other communication-related tasks. Candidates should have excellent editing and writing skills, strong attention to detail, knowledge about media and current events, great organizational skills, and an interest in communications and marketing. Experience working with publications and with editorial style guides (especially The Chicago Manual of Style) is preferred.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) seeks an intern to assist bestselling author and columnist Jonah Goldberg, who writes on US politics and culture as a senior fellow at AEI. One of the most prominent conservative political commentators today, Mr. Goldberg frequently appears on television and the radio, and his syndicated columns are circulated widely across the country.   The intern will conduct research on a wide range of policy-related topics to assist Mr. Goldberg with his columns, lectures, and media appearances, most of which are published by the media company he cofounded in 2019, the Dispatch. The intern will also assist with the production of Mr. Goldberg’s podcast, The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg, and coedit his twice-weekly newsletter, the G-File. The ideal candidate will either possess strong research, editing, and writing skills or show a willingness to learn these skills. A demonstrated interest in US politics, culture, and the media is also required.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) Events team ensures that the more than 1,200 public and private events held annually at AEI’s headquarters are executed flawlessly. AEI scholars and staff turn to the Events team to maximize the quality of all aspects of events, including setup, audience attendance, audiovisual production, catering, registration, metrics, and billing.   The Events intern will assist the team throughout the event planning and execution process, facilitating operations and enhancing efficiencies across tasks. The ideal candidate is organized, detail oriented, and tech savvy; enjoys structured approaches to project management; and has strong interpersonal communication skills. He or she works well in a team environment but can handle assigned tasks independently. Microsoft Office proficiency is a must; knowledge of Salesforce is a plus.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

Academic Programs connects undergraduate institutions, faculty, and students across the country to the work of the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) and the broader public policy world.   The Academic Programs intern is responsible for supporting the planning and execution of program events at AEI and on college campuses, compiling internal surveys, assisting in production of The Campus Exchange podcast, and aiding the team in preparation for the 2024 Summer Honors Program. Other responsibilities might include researching college campuses, managing databases, and providing logistical support for events hosted in Washington, DC, and online.   Strong candidates will demonstrate familiarity with and an appreciation for AEI, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and an interest in today’s pressing public policy issues. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, report writing, social media, and database management is preferred, but not necessary.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The Asian economics interns at the American Enterprise Institute will conduct research in support of Senior Fellow Derek Scissors. The Asian economics portfolio includes researching and media monitoring of Chinese outward investment and corporate activity. Intern duties will include fact-checking and supporting ongoing projects. The ideal candidate will possess: - A demonstrated interest in Asian studies, - Research experience in economic issues, - Close attention to detail, - The ability to work independently, - A positive attitude, and - Excellent interpersonal skills. Working proficiency in Mandarin is required. Additional language skills are beneficial but not required.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The Asian securities intern at the American Enterprise Institute will conduct research in support of Senior Fellow Dan Blumenthal. The Asian securities portfolio focuses on US defense policy and security issues in the Indo-Pacific, including China’s military modernization, Chinese coercion and influence in Asia, and cross-Strait relations. Key responsibilities may include: - Monitoring military developments in the region, - Researching historical and contemporary events, - Compiling sources in English and Chinese, and - Collecting and organizing data. The ideal candidate will possess: - A demonstrated interest in Asian security, - Research experience in defense and military studies or related internship experience, - Close attention to detail, - The ability to work independently, - A positive attitude, and - Excellent interpersonal skills. Working proficiency in Mandarin is helpful but not required.    AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The Conservative Education Reform Network (CERN) is a nationwide membership organization of conservative leaders in education at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI). CERN’s mission is to link practitioners, scholars, elected officials, funders, and advocates and equip them with the knowledge, ideas, and connections they need to lead the charge for educational improvement. The network is chaired by Frederick M. Hess and directed by Max Eden.   AEI education scholars Beth Akers, Mr. Eden, Dr. Hess, Nat Malkus, and Robert Pondiscio engage with the network by sharing research, facilitating conversations, and hosting events with members to preserve the integrity of public education, advance principles of liberty and pluralism, and equip the next generation to carry the responsibility and enjoy the blessings of American citizenship.   An intern for the CERN team will assist with various long- and short-term projects by editing reports and op-eds, identifying prospective members for the network, organizing information and events, and providing administrative assistance as needed.   The ideal candidate will have strong written communication skills, keen attention to detail, curiosity and a willingness to learn about education policy, exceptional interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask among various projects, and a clear interest in coalition building, AEI, and education policy.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

American Enterprise Institute (AEI) education scholars Frederick M. Hess, Nat Malkus, Beth Akers, Max Eden, and Robert Pondiscio research and write on the politics of education, higher education financing, school reform, and related education policy issues.   The intern for AEI’s education team will assist with various long- and short-term projects by conducting primary-source research for reports and op-eds, editing, working with datasets, and providing administrative assistance as needed.   The ideal candidate will have strong research abilities, excellent editing and writing skills, keen attention to detail, the ability to multitask between various projects, and a clear interest in AEI and education policy.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The American Enterprise Institute seeks interns to work with two scholars covering topics in international security and South Asian studies. The interns will support Senior Fellow Sadanand Dhume’s regular column and book research on South Asian politics, economics, and security. Projects will focus on India but may also include Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and other regional topics. Tasks will include gathering news clips from Indian and international news sources; researching Indian politics, economic issues, and demographics; fact-checking and editing articles; and producing literature reviews. The interns may also be asked to help with individual research tasks pertaining to Senior Fellow Michael Rubin’s work.   Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, experience editing and fact-checking, and an ability to work quickly and with attention to detail are desired. Hindu or Urdu language skills are a plus.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

Senior Fellow Leon Aron directs the Russian studies program at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI). The Russian studies intern will research current events in Russia—particularly political and cultural changes since the fall of Communism, the Russian economy, and Russian foreign policy—to create a daily packet of analytic articles that will inform a long-term understanding of the direction of Russian actions and policies. The intern will also conduct research for journal publications, op-eds, and books and assist in organizing AEI conferences and panel discussions.   The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in Russian current affairs, Russian history, and the history of ideas. A capacity and enthusiasm for navigating Russia’s contemporary media environment and reading fluency in Russian are necessary. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic record, demonstrated interest in public policy, and prior research and office experience.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) coalitions team helps AEI scholars connect their research with audiences inside and outside Washington, DC. Interns must have a startup mentality and an ability to identify new ways to add value across the organization. The most successful interns will be interested in and familiar with AEI scholars’ work, exhibit strong writing skills, and have experience with communications, government affairs, event planning, or public relations.   Duties will include facilitating conferences and events for AEI’s contacts in DC and across the country, writing weekly communications for core AEI constituencies, identifying opportunities to develop new partnerships with organizations around the United States, executing outreach, completing data entry in Salesforce, and assisting with other short- and long-term projects. Projects can include assisting with planning and executing a regional summit, maintaining contact records in Salesforce, and researching ways to add value to coalitions programming. The Coalitions interns must be available to complete the internship in-person.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The American Enterprise Institute seeks an intern who will assist Distinguished Senior Fellow Danielle Pletka and Senior Fellow Marc A. Thiessen in research tasks for regular opinion columns, long-term projects, and events. Typical research will relate to the Middle East, China, America’s role in the international community, and occasionally domestic politics.   The intern will assist with research for the What the Hell Is Going On? podcast. The intern will also provide research and communications support for Director of Foreign and Defense Policy Studies Kori Schake on various foreign policy topics, including measuring the department’s output, drafting promotional materials, and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the Foreign and Defense Policy Studies department’s published works.   The ideal candidate is detail oriented, demonstrates strong analytic and writing skills, can work in a fast-paced environment, and has a passion for foreign affairs. Applicants should have a background and demonstrated interest in US foreign policy and national security. Experience with digital media and customer relations is a plus.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

American Enterprise Institute Senior Fellow Mackenzie Eaglen specializes in defense strategy, defense budgets, military readiness, and the defense industrial base. An intern on the military strategy and US defense budget team will assist with compiling and preparing background on issues of congressional oversight, examining defense-budget investments across the services, drafting memos and report text, and collecting data. Assignments may also include attending congressional hearings on the defense budget and responding to current events relating to military-strategy issues.   Candidates should have experience in analytic techniques, Microsoft Excel, and quantitative or statistical fields. Candidates must demonstrate attention to detail and possess the ability to write concisely, accurately, and creatively. Ability to accurately and concisely summarize information is key, as is a desire to learn more about defense budgeting, force planning, acquisition, and defense reform. This team covers a broad range of defense issues, so the ability to take initiative and independently attack research questions is crucial.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) seeks an intern for its technology policy studies program, which focuses on advancing policies to encourage innovation, competition, and growth in technology and seeks to minimize unintended consequences amid the rise of disruptive technology, such as artificial intelligence. The intern will assist AEI’s technology policy team with the program’s daily research and administrative activities and the tech policy newsletter. The intern is expected to: - Provide research support for the technology policy team; - Attend and staff AEI events, which regularly feature DC’s top policy leaders; - Assist in posting and promoting daily content; - Manage multiple projects, initiatives, and deadlines simultaneously; and - Be highly interested in technology and internet policy, including artificial intelligence, telecommunications, regulation in high-tech industries, antitrust and intellectual property law, digital privacy and data protection, and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate for this position will be a rising college sophomore or above with an outstanding academic record, excellent writing and communication skills, and strong attention to detail. The candidate should have a demonstrated interest in a wide range of technology policy topics and a strong grasp of US institutions and current events.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) Development department is AEI’s fundraising apparatus, which attracts and manages financial support for all AEI initiatives and operations. AEI is supported by individuals, foundations, and corporations that share AEI’s core values—free people, free markets, and American global leadership—and engage with the Institute through private and public events, publications, personal meetings, and more.   Development interns will assist with researching prospective donors to evaluate capacity and organizational alignment, executing donor outreach mailings and communications, and performing administrative tasks to execute Development events. The interns will also play an important role in maintaining the capabilities of the team’s donor database. The interns will achieve an understanding of Development operations and gain exposure to a unique and highly successful fundraising model. Interns are encouraged to network with colleagues within and beyond the department and participate in scholarly events at the Institute, in addition to attending intern-specific programming.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The communications department at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) works with scholars to craft visual, video, digital, and audio products to accompany and promote their research. The team connects AEI’s research with targeted audiences across the country to effectively advance important policy solutions. The communications intern works with the communications strategist to ensure the department runs efficiently and advance various communication and marketing projects. The intern will also work with the media relations team to track developing news and scholars’ research. The ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, meticulous, and versatile. This intern will have the opportunity to meet and network with the senior communications staff and receive personal mentoring from the communications and media relations teams.   AEI's spring 2024 Internship Program will have two start dates: January 9th and 16th, 2024. While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.

The Critical Threats Project (CTP), led by Senior Fellow Frederick W. Kagan, tracks and analyzes current and emerging threats to American national security. The intern will fulfill operations projects and tasks for the team, gaining skills transferrable to many professions.   The intern will curate content for CTP’s website and social media platforms. Social media work will include researching and implementing new creative strategies to increase social media engagement, monitoring and reporting on the success of social media initiatives, and identifying trends to maximize impact. The intern will also provide operational support for the project, which may include creating graphics and other promotional materials, tracking metrics to determine impact, and providing additional support to the team as required. The intern will develop the team’s knowledge management by creating and refining procedures documents. The intern may work on additional special projects.   The intern will gain exposure to a range of foreign policy issues while developing communication, public speaking, writing, and advanced computer skills. Interested candidates should demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, logic skills, and attention to detail. Successful candidates will have an eye for continuous improvement and enjoy coordinating many moving parts.   Candidates who can intern at least 15 - 20 hours a week are preferred. Hours must fall within normal business hours Monday through Friday. Please include your weekly availability for the position in your cover letter. Spring CTP internships begin on January 9, 2024.   While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.  

The Critical Threats Project (CTP), led by Senior Fellow Frederick W. Kagan, tracks and analyzes current and emerging challenges to American national security. The Iran portfolio includes research on Iran’s armed forces and security structure, nuclear program, domestic politics, foreign affairs, and economy. Interns will be responsible for monitoring Iranian media, translating, assisting with and conducting research, orally briefing analysis, and contributing to CTP's weekday Iran Update. The internship includes educational modules for developing intelligence-analysis tradecraft. Interested candidates should demonstrate strong writing and analytical skills, the ability to conduct independent research, and the ability to work on a team. Initiative, dedication to the project’s mission, a strong work ethic, technology proficiency, and creativity are highly valued. The ability to read and conduct research in Persian is desired but not required. CTP routinely accepts applicants with no Persian-language background or widely varying levels of Persian proficiency. Candidates who can intern 40 hours per week are preferred. Hours must fall within normal business hours Monday–Friday. Please include your weekly availability for the position in your cover letter. Spring CTP internships begin on January 9, 2024.   While the AEI Internship Program and all related programming will take place in-person in Washington, DC this spring, virtual interns may be accepted on a case by case basis. Please include your in-person/virtual preference in your cover letter.   About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally possess a 3.4 GPA or higher from a top-ranking college or university. The AEI Internship Program runs 12 weeks. Please see the Internship Program homepage for more updates about the program.