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Opportunities at AFPC


Opportunities at AFPC

Internships at the American Foreign Policy Council

Unpaid internship positions are usually available year round. Hours are flexible with interns expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week. Candidates should have a strong interest in foreign policy and national security. Knowledge of Russian, Mandarin, Arabic or Farsi is helpful.


Responsibilities vary depending on program schedule, but may include:
  • general administrative support
  • special events planning
  • editorial assistance with publications
  • logistical support of foreign delegations in Washington
  • foreign policy research and writing

Interested candidates are requested to submit (by mail, fax or e-mail) the following:

  • cover letter
  • resume
  • writing sample (ten pages or less)

 Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All Spring 2009 internship positions have been filled. The deadline for the Summer 2009 internship program is March 15.

Richard Harrison
Research Fellow and Program Officer
American Foreign Policy Council
509 C Street NE
Washington, DC 20002

Fax: 202-543-1007
Email: internships@afpc.org