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JOB SUMMARY
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 275 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.
JOB SUMMARY:
CSIS seeks a technology policy intern to support the Strategic Technologies Program. The Strategic Technologies Program conducts research on the social, economic, and security challenges created by emerging technologies to inform effective policy solutions and best practices. The Strategic Technologies Program is a leading voice on technology policy, partnering with the private sector and governments to provide pragmatic, data-driven analysis and recommendations written for a global audience. The Program's research agenda includes cybersecurity; 5G networks and telecommunications; intelligence, artificial intelligence; emerging technology and innovation; and the political effect of the internet. Due to the fast-paced work environment, interns should be motivated self-starters that enjoy a wide variety of analytic and programmatic work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions include:
- Assisting with monitoring developments in the technology policy arena;
- Assisting with ongoing research projects as needed in both the national and international arena;
- Collaborate with and support multiple staff members on different research projects including international cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data governance, distributed ledger technology, 5th generation telecommunications, and encryption.
- Compiling research and data into literature reviews, summaries, backgrounders, and short publications to support the program's research portfolio;
- Assisting with development and maintenance of research databases;
- Supporting events and other administrative tasks as necessary;
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must hold bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field. Graduate degree preferred. Current graduate students will be considered.
- Experience in policy research, particularly in technology policy;
- Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution;
- Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely, particularly about technical concepts;
- Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills with colleagues and high-level stakeholders;
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments under deadlines effectively;
- Demonstrated interest in technology policy issues;
- Demonstrated understanding of CSIS purpose and function, as well as a familiarity with the Technology Policy Program;
- Specific experience with facial recognition technology, distributed ledger technology, 5th generation telecommunications, or international cybersecurity is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Performances of duties require the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel. The job frequently requires ability to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 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. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applications should be submitted through the CSIS Careers & Culture portal. The review process will continue until the position is filled. All applicants must submit the following documents, as a single PDF file under the "Resume" field:
- Resume
- Cover letter.
- A writing sample (max 5 pages).
- Academic transcript (official or unofficial).
- Contact info for 3 references (name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number).
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
JOB SUMMARY
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 275 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.
JOB SUMMARY:
CSIS seeks a technology policy intern to support the Strategic Technologies Program. The Strategic Technologies Program conducts research on the social, economic, and security challenges created by emerging technologies to inform effective policy solutions and best practices. The Strategic Technologies Program is a leading voice on technology policy, partnering with the private sector and governments to provide pragmatic, data-driven analysis and recommendations written for a global audience. The Program's research agenda includes cybersecurity; 5G networks and telecommunications; intelligence, artificial intelligence; emerging technology and innovation; and the political effect of the internet. Due to the fast-paced work environment, interns should be motivated self-starters that enjoy a wide variety of analytic and programmatic work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential functions include:
- Assisting with monitoring developments in the technology policy arena;
- Assisting with ongoing research projects as needed in both the national and international arena;
- Collaborate with and support multiple staff members on different research projects including international cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data governance, distributed ledger technology, 5th generation telecommunications, and encryption.
- Compiling research and data into literature reviews, summaries, backgrounders, and short publications to support the program's research portfolio;
- Assisting with development and maintenance of research databases;
- Supporting events and other administrative tasks as necessary;
KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:
- Must hold bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field. Graduate degree preferred. Current graduate students will be considered.
- Experience in policy research, particularly in technology policy;
- Must have at least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution;
- Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely, particularly about technical concepts;
- Strong professional communication and interpersonal skills with colleagues and high-level stakeholders;
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments under deadlines effectively;
- Demonstrated interest in technology policy issues;
- Demonstrated understanding of CSIS purpose and function, as well as a familiarity with the Technology Policy Program;
- Specific experience with facial recognition technology, distributed ledger technology, 5th generation telecommunications, or international cybersecurity is a plus.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:
The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Performances of duties require the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel. The job frequently requires ability to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 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. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applications should be submitted through the CSIS Careers & Culture portal. The review process will continue until the position is filled. All applicants must submit the following documents, as a single PDF file under the "Resume" field:
- Resume
- Cover letter.
- A writing sample (max 5 pages).
- Academic transcript (official or unofficial).
- Contact info for 3 references (name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number).
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Who's Hiring
- TikTok39
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- Gilead Sciences11
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software25
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in strategy intern jobs.
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or MBA program in business, economics, or a related field
- Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for financial modeling and data analysis
- Experience building slide decks in PowerPoint or Google Slides to communicate recommendations
- Familiarity with structured problem-solving frameworks such as market sizing or root-cause analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting to cross-functional stakeholders
- Exposure to SQL, Tableau, or other data tools for pulling and interpreting business metrics
Tips for Your Strategy Intern Job Search
Tailor your resume to the case
Strategy intern resumes get screened for quantified impact and structured thinking. For each bullet, name the problem you solved, the framework you used, and the outcome you measured. Generic action verbs won't clear the first filter.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists strategy intern openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies by strategy function type
Corporate strategy, growth strategy, and operations strategy roles look similar in titles but require different outputs. Research whether the team runs internal planning cycles, M&A work, or go-to-market projects before applying, so your cover letter addresses the right deliverables.
Build a work sample before you interview
A one-page competitive teardown or market sizing exercise on an industry you want to work in gives you something concrete to reference in interviews. Strategy hiring managers ask how you structure problems, and a prepared example is far stronger than a hypothetical.
Prepare for fit questions as rigorously as cases
Strategy intern interviews at most companies include a behavioral round alongside case practice. Prepare two or three stories that demonstrate you identified a problem, built a recommendation, and influenced a decision, even from academic or extracurricular contexts.
Follow up with a synthesis note after interviews
After a strategy intern interview, send a short note that restates the key question you discussed and adds one data point or angle you didn't have time to cover. It signals the analytical follow-through that strategy teams actually hire for.
Strategy Intern Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most strategy interns?
TikTok, Siemens, and Gilead Sciences are hiring the most strategy interns right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Roles at these employers tend to sit within corporate strategy, business development, or growth teams and often require strong analytical and presentation skills.
How many strategy intern jobs are remote?
About 52% of strategy intern openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote options more common in business development and market research sub-functions than in corporate strategy roles tied to executive teams. In-person requirements are more frequent at consulting firms and companies where strategy work involves close collaboration with senior leadership.
How do you become a strategy intern?
Start by building a foundation in structured analysis through coursework in economics, finance, or business strategy, and practice case-style problem-solving. Target internship applications at consulting firms, corporate strategy teams, or fast-growing companies. Prepare a resume that shows quantified results and logical reasoning, and practice walking through your thinking process clearly in interviews.
Can you land a strategy intern role with little or no experience?
Yes, but you need to substitute direct experience with demonstrated analytical thinking. A well-structured class project, a competitive analysis you built independently, or a student organization role where you made a data-backed recommendation can all serve as evidence. Strategy teams hire for how you think, so frame every experience around the problem you diagnosed and the solution you proposed.
What does the strategy intern interview process look like?
Most strategy intern interview processes include an initial screen with a recruiter or HR contact, followed by one or two rounds with strategy team members. These rounds typically combine behavioral questions about past analytical work with a case or problem-solving exercise, either live or as a take-home. Some companies add a presentation round where you walk through a market or business recommendation.
Where can I find and apply to strategy intern jobs?
You can find and apply to strategy intern jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing on the page.
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