INTERNSHIPS
The Center for Advanced China Research is hiring volunteer research interns to conduct research and assist with the center's development. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Ideal candidates are advanced undergraduate students, recent graduates, and graduate students with knowledge of China’s political system and foreign policy, excellent Chinese-language research skills, and excellent writing skills.
Opportunities for professional development are as follows:
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Honing Chinese language research abilities and knowledge of openly available Internet sources, conducting writing and analysis for articles, conference reports, and other such projects in accordance with the Initiative’s needs.
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Opportunity to regularly be featured as an author on Party Watch Initiative’s signature weekly report.
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Opportunity to regularly co-author articles in the Party Watch Initiative’s online partner publication, The Diplomat.
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Gain experience supporting research and analysis for USG.
Preferred Attributes:
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Currently enrolled in/recently graduated from university program with coursework in China/Asian Affairs.
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Able to commit 10-20 hours a week to the internship.
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Excellent Chinese language research skills. Ability to pass a timed language assessment.
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Excellent analysis, writing, and communication skills.
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Experience with social media.
Application:
Applicants must submit the following:
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1-2 page resume, PDF
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1 paragraph cover letter in body of email explaining relevant experience and qualifications.
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A short writing sample.
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A list of 2 references (including reference’s name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number).
Please send all materials to:
Julia Bowie