Fellow, McLarty Trade Practice

Ankura • Washington, DC

5d • $18 • Onsite

About The Position

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. Organization Overview: McLarty Associates, an Ankura Company, is the global strategy firm led by former Clinton White House Chief of Staff Thomas F. “Mack” McLarty, III, former Deputy Secretary of State John D. Negroponte, and President Lee Feinstein. Since 1998, MA has built a team of nearly 100 seasoned international specialists to help corporate and non-profit clients manage policy and government issues around the world. With offices in Washington, Beijing, and Brussels, our people can be found in over twenty countries. In 2022, McLarty Associates joined Ankura Consulting, an independent global expert services and advisory firm. The Ankura-McLarty combination delivers comprehensive solutions to handle disputes, navigate distress, manage risk, address financial and operational challenges, and execute programs that resolve policy, regulatory, government, and diplomatic issues that companies face anywhere in the world. Position Summary: This position supports McLarty Associates’ Trade practice - a team focused on strategic advisory services aimed towards industrial policy, tech, and global trade interests. We are seeking a bright, resourceful individual for an entry-level, paid, fellowship to support our Trade practice. We are seeking an individual who can work 30 hours/week starting by the end of March/early April. This position is based in Washington, DC and fellows will be expected to work in person at least twice a week. As a fellow, you will work on a variety of projects with different engagement teams. The program aims to give you exposure to the breadth of our services and client work. You will work closely with our professionals – Associate through Director – and gain first-hand experience in consulting. Your assignments may involve work in news tracking, political analysis, memo writing, and/or note-taking at client meetings. Fellows perform a wide range of functions that may include monitoring news outlets; preparing presentations and other client deliverables; conducting research and analysis of economic, political, trade, technology, public policy, international, financial, and business issues; assisting firm-wide communications; assisting professional staff with general office and administrative support; and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ideal candidates for this position possess a broad understanding of international politics, economics, trade, technology, government relations, business, and entrepreneurship.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.
• We are seeking individuals who are:
• Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Political Science, International Relations, International Policy or related major. Bachelor's degree candidates with strong relevant experience will be considered.
• Exceptionally organized with an independent and creative nature
• Inclined to take initiative and anticipate the needs of the team
• Attentive to details
• Able to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Able to manage and adapt to changing priorities, to remain poised under pressure, and to juggle multiple projects at a time
• Able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism, mature judgment, and confidentiality
• Skilled communicators
• Strong critical thinkers
• Strong researchers and writers
• Proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Office 365, Adobe Acrobat, and other business applications and media platforms.
• Interested applicants must submit an application that includes:
• Cover Letter highlighting relevant experience and skills
• Resume
• Short Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages) demonstrating strong research and concise writing on issues related to international politics, political economy, or international business.
• Please compile all application materials into one PDF document.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in one or more foreign languages is preferred, but not required.
• Experience or interest in trade policy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring news outlets for relevant trade developments
• Compiling biographies, preparing presentations and client deliverables
• Conducting research and analysis of economic, political, trade, technology, public policy, international, financial, and business issues
• Attending and reporting on speeches, panel discussions, and policy forums of interest to the firm and clients
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern