Le Centre d’études stratégiques et internationales (CSIS) lance un Programme de stage au Moyen-Orient (automne 2023) basé aux Etats-Unis.

 

 

 

 

 

JOB SUMMARY:

At CSIS we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups.

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 decision makers 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.

The CSIS Middle East program is currently seeking candidates for a full-time, paid fall 2023 internship running from September through mid-December. CSIS interns mostly work downtown at our office in DC, but some flexibility is offered to work remotely part of the time. All candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States.

The intern will be paid an hourly rate of $17.00-$19.00 commensurate with experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Compiling research briefs and literature reviews for fellows and research staff
• Observing or listening to virtual events and writing event summaries
• Pitching and researching articles for the Middle East Program’s monthly newsletter
• Assisting with editing and production of the Middle East Program’s biweekly podcast, Babel: Translating the Middle East
• Supporting maintenance of the program’s website and contact database
• Drafting external communications via the program’s Facebook and Twitter pages and Pardot mailings
• Completing other minor administrative tasks.

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Completion or near completion of a bachelor’s degree or higher in Middle East studies, international affairs, political science, or a related field
• Minimum of a 3.5 GPA on a U.S. scale or equivalent
• Strong demonstrated interest in and knowledge of the Middle East
• Demonstrated research skills
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills
• Zest for challenging assignments that demand creativity
• Working knowledge of Arabic, Persian, and/or French strongly preferred with an emphasis on reading and listening skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resumé, a writing sample of up to five double-spaced pages, and all college transcripts at https://careers.csis.org/. Writing samples should demonstrate the ability to research and write policy-relevant work on the region. Two letters of recommendation should also be sent to [email protected].

More details

Closing date : July 09th, 2023