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Grant/Development Intern

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

Intern - College Course Credit - 20 hours (Approx.) DRIVER POSITION: Yes [ If yes, see driving ... Public Administration, Political Science, Business, Marketing, Social Work, Sociology, or ...

APCO Worldwide

Intern, Public Affairs

Albany, NY

$15 - $19.50/hr

The intern will assist with research, content development, and day-to-day account support across ... Political Science, Communications, or a related field. * Strong interest in public affairs and ...

Everstream Analytics

OR · On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Position Overview As an Intern on the Intelligence Solutions team at Everstream Analytics, you ... Political Science, Economics or any other Social Sciences. * English: Proficient, both oral and ...

CenCore LLC

Executive Initiatives Intern

Springville, UT · On-site

$29K - $35K/yr

The Executive Initiatives Intern supports senior leadership by assisting with high-priority ... Political Science, Communications, Management, or related field) • Strong written and verbal ...

Busek Co Inc

Legal Operations Intern

Natick, MA · On-site

Legal Operations Intern Busek Co. Inc. - Natick, MA Busek, through its Business Development (BD ... Pre-law, paralegal, legal studies, political science, business, or related coursework * Experience ...

ncmec

POSITION: Intern DEPARTMENT: Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) LOCATION: Alexandria, VA SEMESTER ... Completed at least 2 years of college with a focus on law, political science, public policy ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Political Science Intern vs Political Research Assistant?

AspectEntry Level Political Science InternPolitical Research Assistant
Required CredentialsCurrently enrolled or recent graduate in political science or related fieldBachelor's degree in political science, public policy, or related field
Work EnvironmentInternship settings, government offices, NGOs, research organizationsResearch departments, government agencies, think tanks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by government agencies, non-profits, political campaignsCommon in research-focused organizations, policy institutes
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference is that an Entry Level Political Science Intern is typically a student or recent graduate gaining initial experience, often in an internship setting. A Political Research Assistant usually holds a bachelor's degree and performs more independent research tasks within organizations. Both roles involve research and political analysis, but the Research Assistant position generally requires more experience and responsibility.

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Research Internship, Political-Military Analysis Department, Summer 2026

Research Internship, Political-Military Analysis Department, Summer 2026

Hudson Institute

Washington, DC

Other

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Description

Hudson Institute is seeking interns looking to gain experience in research on how Russia and China's relationship impacts U.S. security. This intern will provide research and administrative support to the Political-Military Analysis team. 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. 


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

  • Conducting open-source research for inclusion in reports and articles
  • Writing literature reviews including the gathered sources
  • Keeping the expert and team up to date on current events
  • Assisting the expert with research projects and presentations
  • Assisting with articles, op-eds, reports, and briefing memos
  • 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. Please title the document "First, Last Application" (e.g. Jane Doe Application). 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, military studies, or related fields.
  • Candidates should show a demonstrated interest in military operations, strategy, and Russia-China relations,
  • 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.
  • Remote or hybrid work is desired for this position. Please indicate if you intend to work in-person or remotely in your cover letter.
  • Especially interested in candidates with Russian language capabilities.

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