Intern (Research) - Washington, DC, Summer 2026

BowerGroupAsia•Washington, DC

20h•$20 - $20•Remote

About The Position

BowerGroupAsia, Inc. (BGA) is the preeminent government affairs and public policy advisory firm supporting the world’s leading multinational companies in the Indo-Pacific. With 25 offices in Asia, BGA staff provide services to clients in 28 markets across the region. We seek talented, highly motivated research Interns with knowledge/interest in China, Southeast Asia, or South Asia/India to join our United States team based in Washington, D.C.

Requirements

Strong research, analysis, writing and editing skills and the ability to utilize them in conveying critical insights on the political economy and business policy environment is essential. Familiarity with the AP Stylebook will be a plus.
Computer competence with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and web browsing tools is required.
Knowledge of and/or experience with either China, Southeast Asia, or South Asia/India is required.
Professional-level English language skills required; proficiency in other languages is a plus.
Both graduate students and undergraduate upperclassmen are encouraged to apply.

Nice To Haves

Specific knowledge in some areas of business would be ideal, including but not limited to: finance, energy, information technology and electronics, transport and distribution, manufacturing, fast-moving consumer goods, agriculture, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and media.
Familiarity with the AP Stylebook will be a plus.
Professional-level English language skills required; proficiency in other languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide research support for BGA regional teams and BGA field offices relating to politics, economics, regulatory policy, international trade, strategic communications and business intelligence;
Prepare and edit briefings, profiles, presentations, memos, research papers, BGA event handbooks and other materials for clients;
Aid in the development of country specific news updates for clients;
Monitor relevant news items for client updates on sector-specific developments;
Cover events relating to the Indo-Pacific region at think tanks, universities and other relevant institutions and provide summaries to BGA staff;
Provide logistical support for BGA events in Washington;
Support the work of the BGA research team and larger client services team as needed;
Assist with data inputting and other administrative tasks.