FDD Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation

Spring 2027 China Program Internship

In short

This internship involves collecting and reviewing Chinese primary-source data, conducting literature reviews, and analyzing China's military, economic, and diplomatic competition with the United States and its allies. The role supports a research team working on international relations and national security issues. It requires at least a 3.2 GPA, relevant coursework (IR, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, International Economics, Political Science, or STEM), basic Excel/Word skills, a minimum 22-hour weekly commitment, and eligibility to work in the United States.

About the Role
You will collect and review Chinese primary-source data, conduct literature reviews, and analyze China's approach to competition with the United States and its allies and partners. You will support research on military, economic, and diplomatic issues.
Requirements
•Have at least a 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale
•Have relevant coursework in International Relations, Security Studies, History, Communications, Journalism, International Economics, Political Science, Computer Science, or a relevant STEM field
•Know Microsoft Office programs including Word and have basic Excel skills
•Commit to a minimum of 22 hours per week
•Be eligible to work in the United States
Responsibilities
•Collect primary-source data
•Conduct literature reviews
•Analyze China's competitive orientation toward the United States and its allies and partners
Benefits
•Stipends
•Assistance seeking academic credit

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