Research Internship, China Center, Fall 2026

Description

Hudson Institute is seeking interns looking to gain experience researching the US-China relationship, national security, and US Grand Strategy vis-à-vis China. This intern will provide research and administrative support to Senior Fellow and Director of the China Center, Miles Yu. In addition to being exposed to critical issues in the aforementioned subject areas, interns will spend significant time discussing these issues with their expert(s). Those who work onsite will also have the opportunity to assist with, and attend, Hudson Institute public events, as well as intern-specific events featuring Hudson scholars and experts across Washington, DC.  The fall internship program will run from August 24 to December 4. 

About Hudson Institute

Hudson Institute is a research-focused public policy think tank headquartered in Washington, D.C., dedicated to promoting American leadership for a secure, free, and prosperous future. For more than half a century, Hudson Institute has been challenging conventional thinking by developing new ideas and practical solutions to shape critical foreign and domestic policy decisions.

Responsibilities include

• Gathering and analyzing data for inclusion in reports and articles.
• Keeping the expert and team up to date on current events.
• Assisting the expert with research projects, presentations, and drafting and editing podcast transcripts.
• Assisting with articles, op-eds, reports, and briefing memos.
• Providing weekly support to the China Insider podcast.
• Assisting with administrative tasks and event support.

How to Apply:

Please upload a cover letter, resume, and short, relevant writing sample (2-3 pages) in a single PDF to the cover letter file upload. Those who do not submit a writing sample will be disqualified.

Due to the large number of applications that we receive, we regret that we can only contact those applicants who have been selected for an interview.

Requirements

• Candidates should be recent graduates or current students working towards a degree in political science, international relations, economics, security studies, Chinese language studies, or related fields.
• Candidates should show a demonstrated interest in and understanding of US foreign policy, Chinese studies and current political trends, regional security, political and diplomatic issues, and U.S. policy related to these topics.
• Candidates should be able to work independently, manage their time wisely, and meet deadlines.
• Candidates should be detail-focused, reliable, professional, and possess strong research, writing, editing, and analysis skills, as well as excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Candidates should be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Candidates should be able to work a minimum of 10 hours per-week.
• Remote options are limited for this position. Please indicate if you intend to work in-person or remotely in your cover letter.
• Especially interested in candidates with Mandarin language skills.