Research Intern - Strategic Technologies Program (Winter 2026)

Center for Strategic and International Studies, Inc. • Washington, DC

9d • $18 - $20

About The Position

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a nonprofit, bipartisan public policy organization, seeks a technology policy intern to support its Strategic Technologies Program. The program researches social, economic, and security challenges created by emerging technologies and develops pragmatic, data-driven policy analysis and recommendations for a global audience. Its research includes cybersecurity, 5G networks and telecommunications, intelligence, artificial intelligence, emerging technology and innovation, and the political effects of the internet. The intern will contribute to research and program activities in a fast-paced environment and should be a motivated self-starter who enjoys varied analytical and programmatic work.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field; current graduate students will be considered.
• Have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale from an accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent GPA from a non-U.S. institution.
• Have experience in policy research, particularly technology policy.
• Demonstrate the ability to write clearly and concisely, particularly about technical concepts.
• Have strong professional communication and interpersonal skills with colleagues and high-level stakeholders.
• Be able to work independently and manage multiple assignments effectively under deadlines.
• Demonstrate interest in technology policy issues.
• Demonstrate understanding of CSIS’s purpose and function, and familiarity with the Technology Policy Program.

Nice To Haves

• A graduate degree is preferred.
• Specific experience with facial recognition technology, distributed ledger technology, 5th generation telecommunications, or international cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Monitor developments in the technology policy arena.
• Assist with ongoing research projects in national and international contexts.
• Collaborate with and support multiple staff members on research projects, including international cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data governance, distributed ledger technology, 5th generation telecommunications, and encryption.
• Compile research and data into literature reviews, summaries, backgrounders, and short publications supporting the program’s research portfolio.
• Assist with developing and maintaining research databases.
• Support events and other administrative tasks as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern