Research Internship, Technology and National Security, Fall 2026

Description

Hudson Institute is seeking interns to looking to gain research experience in U.S. national security industrial base, strategic technologies and resources, and American grand strategy. This intern(s) will support our experts' work to ensure American preparedness and competitiveness in an increasingly unstable geopolitical environment. 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 31 to December 11.

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 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, technology studies, or related fields.
• Candidates should show a demonstrated interest in and experience with defense policy and China policy.
• 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 must be able to work a minimum of 20 hours per week.
• Please indicate if you intend to work in-person in your cover letter.