Internship, Global Health Studies, Spring 2024

Council on Foreign Relations

Nov 19, 2023

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Off-cycle Internship
Government & Politics
Washington, DC

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate student with a concentration in global health, international development, economics, or related field
All applicants should have completed the equivalent of four semesters of college coursework (not including AP classes in high school) by the time they begin an internship
Previous research or relevant internship experience preferred, especially in health policy/public policy
Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
Strong research, writing, and editing skills
Excellent computer skills, including MS Office Suite
Data analysis/visualization skills (R, Stata, etc) are a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Conducting research as requested by the research associate and/or fellow on a variety of topics such as multilateral institutions, local, regional, and international response to COVID-19; national health legislation and funding; and non-communicable diseases for several health-related publications and data interactives
Assist with writing and editing content, including research memos and briefs, blog posts, book chapters, and other publications, as needed
Assist in logistical support for meetings, including but not limited to preparing distribution materials and helping with guest check-in during roundtables and other departmental events, under the supervisor’s direct supervision
Contribute to Think Global Health through writing, editing, and promotional efforts
Track daily news reports that are relevant for the department
Contribute to Think Global Heatlh

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The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher. CFR's think tank is composed of more than fifty full-time and adjunct fellows who cover the major regions and significant issues shaping today's international agenda. CFR's website, www.cfr.org, is a trusted, nonpartisan source of timely analysis and context on international events and trends. CFR publishes the bimonthly Foreign Affairs magazine, widely-considered to be the most influential magazine for the analysis and debate of foreign policy and economics.