Spring 2027 FDD Action Policy Internship
About The Position
FDD Action is a 501(c)(4) advocacy organization that works with policymakers to advance a robust U.S. foreign policy that strengthens national security, counters adversaries, and supports allies. It provides Congress with actionable insights and legislative solutions, including through the NDAA and appropriations processes. Its areas of expertise include sanctions, counterterrorism, arms sales, combating antisemitism, and addressing foreign influence in education. FDD Action seeks full-time and part-time policy interns for Spring 2027 to work at the intersection of research, strategy, and legislative action. Interns will contribute to congressional projects by analyzing national security challenges and tracking policy debates on Capitol Hill. Issue areas include sanctions and export controls, defense policy, and countering foreign malign influence and activities. The internship offers experience in congressional policy work and national security advocacy, along with opportunities to develop research, writing, and analytical skills and build a professional network. Interns receive dedicated mentorship and career guidance through educational sessions with issue-area experts and FDD Action staff.
Requirements
- Have a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Have a relevant course of study and completed coursework in one or more of the following: 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.
- Be able to 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.
- Specify in the cover letter preferred internship concentrations and, if also applying for the advocacy internship, which internship is the primary preference.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience on Capitol Hill is a plus, but is not required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct legislative research on pressing national security issues in support of FDD Action's policy objectives.
- Track and analyze policy developments as they move through the NDAA and appropriations processes.
- Monitor, summarize, and analyze executive and legislative branch actions.
- Attend, cover, and summarize key congressional hearings and national security events.
- Provide responsive research support to FDD Action staff.
- Prepare briefing materials and background documents for congressional meetings.
Benefits
- Dedicated mentorship and career guidance through educational sessions with issue-area experts and FDD Action staff.
- Stipends are offered, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Assistance for students seeking academic credit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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