INSS INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Kimberley L. Berlin, Internship Program Coordinator
The INSS internship program affords students from across the US to work on a variety of research topics,
both regional and thematic. These include Western Hemisphere, East Asia, Middle East, National Security Reform,
Applied Strategic Learning, and Future Strategic Concepts.The Institute offers a wide range of research activities
that gives interns the opportunity to participate in real-time work, assist in research for publications, and work closely
with a Senior Fellow who is a subject matter expert in his field. Interns may also have the opportunity to meet
government officials, attend congressional hearings, or participate in symposia hosted by the National Defense
University or the Institute. Unless otherwise mentioned, all INSS internships are unpaid.
Dates of Internship:
The INSS Internship Program runs concurrently with Semester and Quarter Academic Programs.
Spring, 2010 Internship:
Applications for the Spring Semester are being accepted. The deadline for submissions is December 15, 2009.
Requirements:
- A cover letter expressing your academic focus, the specific area of your interests as they apply to the research
areas at INSS, previous internship experience if any, and your desired outcomes from an internship position
with INSS.
- If there is a particular Senior Fellow or INSS Expert you wish to work with, please indicate his or her name.
- Please indicate which academic semester you are applying for.
- A resume, including grade point average, scholastic activities, publications if any, and prior internship and/or
work experience.
- A brief writing sample (2-3 pages).
- Please indicate if you are applying for an internship with INSS or CASL.
- Submit all materials by email to: INSS_Intern_Program@ndu.edu
| Special Internship Opportunity - 2010 Internship:
We have an opening for a special intership opportunity to work as an Outreach-Public Affairs Intern for the Institute.
The candidate will work closely with the Outreach Coordinator/Internship Program Coordinator assisting in all aspects
of support for INSS. This includes but is not limited to: updating the soon-to-be-released new INSS web site (training provided); helping research and coordinate an e-newsletter; helping with updating our outreach databases (training
provided); assisting in coordinating Internship events with INSS, NDU and DoD experts.
Please contact Kimberley L. Berlin directly for this opportunity. Email your resume, cover letter, and writing sample for consideration.
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2010 Internship Opportunity - North Korean & Iranian Nuclear Programs:
One, or two, interns are needed to work with our State Department, Distinguished Visiting Fellow. The internship work will include:
(1) comparative study of diplomacy regarding North Korean and Iranian nuclear programs; and
(2) study of China's role in Southwest Asia, with a special focus on Pakistan.
The intern(s) would be responsible for research on the negotiating history to resolve the North Korean nuclear crisis, and the U.S.-Iran nuclear cooperation agreement in the 1970s, and for following the current negotiations with Iran. Analysis of all agreements, UN Security Council Resolutions, impact of sanctions on changing North Korean and Iranian behavior, as well as research on the positions of China and Russia towards both states will be key. On China's role in Pakistan, research on the history of this relationship, impact of Indian angle, as well as on current U.S. policy towards Pakistan will be key. These studies will also require my engagement with a range of players in government, on Capitol Hill, and at the Think Tanks around town and around the country (to include academic experts).
Please email your cover letter, resume and writing sample for consideration to: INSS_Intern_Program@ndu.edu
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What to expect after submitting your application:
- Your application will be reviewed by the Internship Program Coordinator and submitted to the pool for review
by our Senior Fellows.
- The Senior Fellows determine if candidates are a "match" for their current or planned research. A Senior Fellow
usually contacts an internship candidate for an over-the-phone interview. In some cases, an in-person interview
may take place.
- The Senior Fellow may offer you an internship, or, you will receive an email from the Internship Program
Coordinator informing you that you have been accepted to INSS.
- Shortly after your acceptance you will receive a comprehensive orientation packet.
- One of the INSS staff will contact candidates for dates of in-processing.
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