Spring 2027 China Program Internship
About The Position
The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is seeking a part-time or full-time intern for its China Research Program for Spring 2027. The intern will work closely with FDD Senior Fellow Craig Singleton and other research team members, analyzing Chinese primary sources and perspectives on the Chinese Communist Party’s approach to military, economic, and diplomatic competition. Research will cover primary-source data collection, literature reviews, and analysis of China’s competitive orientation toward the United States and U.S. allies and partners globally. Candidates interested in China, East Asia, and the intersection of national security and economic affairs are encouraged to apply. The program offers professional development through a twice-monthly small-group speaker series with senior staff and collaboration with FDD scholars and experts. FDD offers stipends subject to eligibility requirements and can assist students seeking academic credit. Hybrid and remote internship options are available. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and incomplete applications will not be considered.
Requirements
- Have at least a 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Have a relevant course of study and completed coursework in a relevant field, such as International Relations, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, International Economics, Political Science, Computer Science, or a relevant STEM field.
- Have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, and basic Excel skills.
- Commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week.
- Be eligible to work in the United States.
- Submit a resume or CV, cover letter, writing sample of no more than three pages, and unofficial transcript.
- In the cover letter, identify FDD projects and issue areas that resonate with you and why, where you found the internship, your semester availability, and the department(s) for which you wish to be considered.
Nice To Haves
- Empirical research experience.
- Strong writing capabilities and/or data analysis expertise.
- Ability to conduct research in Mandarin.
Responsibilities
- Collect and analyze primary-source data related to China.
- Conduct literature reviews.
- Analyze China’s competitive orientation toward the United States and U.S. allies and partners globally.
- Work closely with FDD Senior Fellow Craig Singleton and other members of the research team.
Benefits
- Stipends, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Assistance for students seeking academic credit.
- Professional development through a twice-monthly speaker series and close collaboration with FDD scholars and experts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
