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CSIS is a bipartisan, nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. The Center’s 220 full-time staff and large network of affiliated scholars conduct research and analysis and develop policy initiatives that look to the future and anticipate change.

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The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decisionmakers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 200 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

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CSIS Congressional and Government Affairs seeks highly motivated candidates for a full-time, paid internship to join our dynamic and fast-paced team beginning in May and through August 2025. The Congressional Affairs Intern will serve as an integral part of the team, helping to strengthen CSIS’s relationships with Congress, support briefings, and promote CSIS research to Capitol Hill. They will advance CSIS’s mission of providing targeted, useful, and timely support to help inform the decision-making of key policymakers. This is a fast-paced work environment, so interns should be self-starters with strong attention to detail who enjoy a wide variety of analytic and logistical tasks.
The hired candidate will be paid hourly, commensurate with experience ($17.50/hour for current undergraduate hires, $18.50/hour for hires with a bachelor’s degree, and $19.50/hour for hires with a master’s degree).

Location:

United States

Benefits

Benefits

CSIS offers a competitive selection of benefits for employees which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance and AD&D coverage, short and long term disability, flexible spending account, tuition assistance, 403(b) retirement accounts, transportation subsidies, and access to an employee assistance program.

Healthcare & Insurance Plan

  • Health, dental and vision plans
  • Employee assistance plan
  • Short- and long-term disability

Retirement & Pre-Tax Savings Programs

  • Employer contributions to a 403(b) plan
  • Flexible savings account (FSA)
  • Life insurance
  • Transit benefits

Vacation and Sick Time

  • 3+ weeks of vacation
  • 12 days of paid sick
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 1 paid personal day

Additional Benefits

  • Tuition assistance
  • Family leave

Eligibilities

Eligibilites Criteria:
  • Pursuing a Bachelors’ degree in a relevant field;
  • Excellent research, writing, and copy-editing skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in written and verbal communication.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail and the ability to prioritize, track, and accomplish multiple tasks simultaneously in a dynamic and fast-paced environment;
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability and willingness to work in a team environment
  • General knowledge of international affairs and an interest in the Hill.
  • Able to exercise effective professional judgment, sensitivity, and creativity to changing needs and situations
  • Political or nonprofit experience is a plus
  • Strong background in Excel, database management, and/or email marketing platform desirable.
All candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. Foreign nationals must have employment authorization, as CSIS does not sponsor visas for interns.
Eligible Regions: All over the world

Application Process

Interested applicants should submit a résumé and cover letter at https://careers.csis.org/

 

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