Intern

National Endowment for Dem • Washington, DC

12d • $0 - $18 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Intern will support the work of the International Forum for Democratic Studies, a research and ideas hub of the National Endowment for Democracy (NED). The Forum bridges academic research and the practice of democracy through publications, fellowship programs, and events.

This paid internship starts in early January 2027 and lasts no more than 16 weeks; it may not be extended. The role requires at least 20 hours per week and may total up to 32 hours per week. It is primarily in person, with some flexibility for remote work. Interns must be based in the Washington, DC area for the duration of the internship. Compensation is $17.95 per hour.

The intern will assist with event administration, digital and social media content production, and occasional research support for Forum workstreams and Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows. The role also includes helping develop fellows’ materials and undertaking additional duties as required.

Requirements

• Be a current student in or recent graduate of an undergraduate or graduate program in a relevant field, such as international affairs, political science, or history.
• Have excellent verbal and written English skills.
• Be familiar with Microsoft Office products.
• Have strong knowledge of audiovisual creation platforms such as Canva, Adobe Premiere, or other video-editing software.
• Be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills, an editorial eye, and design sensibility for digital media and communications.
• Be able to manage time effectively, complete tasks with minimal oversight, and communicate clearly and consistently in a professional work environment.
• Have an interest in democracy support work and democracy studies.
• Be based in the Washington, DC area for the duration of the internship.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with commercial AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for public and private events organized by the Forum and, as needed, by others at NED.
• Develop digital graphics and other content for social media.
• Edit event footage and other videos for the Forum’s social media, website, and Substack.
• As needed, copy-edit and draft text for social media and Substack posts.
• Provide occasional research support for Forum workstreams and Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows.
• Assist with developing fellows’ products and presentation materials.
• Perform additional duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed