Can you intern at a think tank?

Can you intern at a think tank?

Internships are an excellent way to both learn about think tanks (and thinktanking) and to get a foot in the door. Internships are offered during the Summer, Fall and Spring semesters. Internships are usually 10-12 weeks and located in Washington DC.

How do I get a job at a think tank?

To get a policy think tank job, you should pursue a degree in social sciences, policy studies, or a related field. The qualifications may differ depending on the job, but some employers accept candidates with a bachelor’s degree, while others prefer a master’s degree or Ph. D.

Are Hudson Institute internships paid?

Although Hudson Institute has lots of money, it chooses not to pay its interns.

Do you need a PhD to work for a think tank?

There are several tiers of research positions in think tanks. Most employers expect prospective entrants to have a detailed knowledge of research techniques, which may be acquired by taking a taught or research Masters degree course or a PhD/DPhil in a particular area.

Do think tanks lobby?

But the Brookings Institution and other top think tanks, all of them tax exempt, accept millions of dollars from corporations even as they produce research and papers on policy debates that affect corporate interests. …

Where can I find think tank internships?

Smart Thinking has created a dedicated think tank internships and graduates site to provide advice, resources and current listings for all those interested in gaining work experience or who are exploring a career in think tanks and the policy world.

Can young policy entrepreneurs get on the think tank job ladder?

Getting on to the think tank job ladder can be difficult for young policy entrepreneurs. Universities do not prepare their graduates to work in policy research institutions and certainly do not endow them with the range of competencies and skills they would need to thrive in a think tank.

Do you have an internship or fellowship programme for early career thinktankers?

If your organisation has a formal internship or fellowship programme for early career thinktankers please get in touch. Brookings offers three types of internships – paid, academic for credit, and external sponsorship. Internships are offered during the Summer, Fall and Spring semesters.

What is a Chatham House internship?

A Chatham House internship is your chance to work with our community of world-leading policy experts and make lifelong connections. If you are passionate about international affairs and looking for a career in the sector, we want to hear from you.