Spring Intern, Americas Program
About The Position
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a nonprofit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962. Its Americas Program examines urgent challenges and opportunities shaping the Western Hemisphere, including democratic resilience, citizen security, economic competitiveness, regional integration, energy transitions, and Latin America and the Caribbean’s evolving role in global affairs. Through research, convenings, and policy engagement, the program develops insights and recommendations for decisionmakers and regional cooperation. CSIS seeks a dynamic, self-starting intern to support the Americas Program in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The intern will provide day-to-day support for program operations, including research, event support, outreach, and communications. The position is a paid, full-time internship of 35 hours per week for Spring 2027, starting on or about January 4, 2027, and ending on or about May 21, 2027. Applicants must be able to work in the United States. Applications must be submitted before November 22, 2026.
Requirements
- Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in Western Hemisphere affairs.
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in global development, international affairs, political science, Latin American studies, or a similar field.
- Excellent analytical and writing abilities.
- Ability to work independently.
- Strong critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Detail-oriented, well-organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Experience working in an office environment.
- Fluency in Spanish.
- Must be able to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- A graduate degree.
- Proficiency in Portuguese.
Responsibilities
- Assist with ongoing Americas Program research and projects as specified by staff.
- Compile research and data into literature reviews, summaries, backgrounders, and short publications to support the program’s research portfolio.
- Assist in preparing and executing Americas Program events.
- Copyedit Americas Program publications and draft correspondence.
- Monitor events in the Western Hemisphere.
- Disseminate news to the program’s web following.
- Support communication activities.
- Perform other administrative tasks as needed.
Benefits
- Paid internship.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
