Intern Southeast Asia (Spring 2026)

Center For Strategic And International Studies

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About The Position

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policyanization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largestanizations of its kind, with a staff of some 250 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

The Southeast Asia Program is seeking paid research interns who are highly motivated, professional, and have a strong foundation in Southeast Asia studies, U.S.-Southeast Asia relations, and international relations/political economy. We operate a fast-paced, dynamic program, and require interns who are detail-oriented and can work independently and as part of a team. This internship is paid hourly, with an early January start date preferred.

The hired candidates will be paid hourly,mensurate with experience ($18.00/hour for current undergraduate hires, $19.00/hour for hires with a bachelor's degree, and $20.00/hour for hires with a master's degree).

Requirements

• Must be at least a college junior in good standing or a recent graduate.
• Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution.
• Demonstrate strong writing and research skills, and attention to detail; editing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with social media (, , ) and Canva preferred.
• Written fluency in a Southeast Asian language a plus.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Must be able to work in the United States.
• Have a positive attitude, outstandingmunication/interpersonal skills, and ability to work with a team under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Written fluency in a Southeast Asian language a plus.
• Familiarity with social media (, , ) and Canva preferred.
• editing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with ad hoc and long-term research projects andanizing relevant information for the program's various ongoing projects.
• Tracking current events related to Southeast Asia's current political and economic landscape.
• Contributing to the program's social media presence.
• Contributing to the production of the program's podcast, Southeast Asia Radio.
• Compiling the program's internal and external newsletters.
• Providing support at meetings, workshops, panels, and other events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees