Spring 2027 Russia Program Internship
About The Position
The Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ Russia Research Program is seeking full-time and part-time interns for Spring 2027. Interns will work closely with Dr. Ivana Stradner, research fellow and advisor to FDD’s Barish Center for Media Integrity, and John Hardie, deputy director of FDD’s Russia Program, to conduct research on Russia-related projects. Topics may include Russia’s information operations, cybersecurity, international organizations, the Russian military, the war in Ukraine, and Western economic warfare with Russia. FDD’s internship program is designed to provide meaningful professional development. Interns participate in a twice-monthly speaker series featuring senior staff in a small-group setting and are encouraged to strengthen their academic and analytical skills through close collaboration with FDD scholars and experts. FDD offers stipends, subject to eligibility requirements, and can assist students seeking academic credit. Internship options are hybrid and remote. Applications are considered on a rolling basis, and incomplete applications will not be considered.
Requirements
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale.
- Have a relevant course of study and completed coursework in one or more of the listed fields: International Relations, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, International Economics, Political Science, Computer Science, or a relevant STEM field.
- Have knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, and basic Excel skills.
- Be able to commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week.
- Be eligible to work in the United States.
- Have research experience and strong writing skills.
Nice To Haves
- An interest in Russia and foreign policy.
- Ability to conduct research in a foreign language, particularly Russian or Ukrainian; this is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research on projects related to Russia.
- Collaborate closely with Dr. Ivana Stradner and John Hardie on Russia Research Program projects.
- Participate in the internship program’s twice-monthly speaker series and collaborate with FDD scholars and experts.
Benefits
- Stipends, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Assistance for students seeking academic credit.
- Professional development through a twice-monthly speaker series and collaboration with FDD scholars and experts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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