Current Opportunities

Research/Programmatic Internship

Developing Future Leaders

AFPC has great interest in preparing our interns for future success. Policymakers and statesmen, who have held senior positions in government, are brought in as part of a weekly lecture series to meet with interns and discuss the numerous career paths in foreign policy and the ways to best pursue them. Additionally, AFPC maintains good relations with all of its former interns and has established an extensive network of AFPC alumni. To provide networking opportunities, AFPC hosts annual reunions that allow former interns back into the office to share their experiences with the current interns, and provide them with insights and potential access to future positions in the government and graduate programs. As a result, the majority of former AFPC interns have obtained positions or pursued graduate degrees at leading public policy institutions and government agencies, including the Central Intelligence Agency, Department of Defense, Department of Justice, Department of State, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Georgetown University, Harvard University, and U.S. Congressional staff offices.

Internship Responsibilities

AFPC internships are part-time with the opportunity for flexible hours. Interns are expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week between 9 AM and 6 PM at the AFPC headquarters. Candidates should have a strong interest in foreign policy and national security. Knowledge of Russian, Mandarin, Arabic or Farsi is helpful.

We are actively seeking candidates with experience using Adobe InDesign

Responsibilities vary depending on program schedule, but may include:

  • foreign policy research and writing
  • logistical support for both domestic and foreign delegations
  • editorial assistance with publications
  • special events planning
  • social media and podcasting support
  • general administrative support
  • designing high quality and professional brochures, newsletters, reports, and publications
  • creating informational graphics
Opportunities for Publication

In addition to providing interns with a substantive research experience, AFPC encourages and provides opportunities for interns to author or co-author opinion editorials and policy papers. Listed below are examples of AFPC intern's publications: 

How to Apply

Please follow the application guidelines and deadlines below. We do not accept LinkedIn applications and incomplete applications will not be considered. If you have not been contacted 60 days after the respective application deadline, you were unfortunately not selected for an interview.

Interested candidates are requested to fill out and submit this formwhich entails providing demographic information, uploading a single file containing your cover letter, resume, and a foreign policy-related writing sample (up to four pages), and indicating your top three interests from the following options:

Application Deadlines:

Fall Semester (September - December)  --   July 15
Spring Semester (January - April)  --   November 4
Summer Semester (May - August)  --   March 15

For questions related to the internship or application process, please reach out to internships@afpc.org. 


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

 
AFPC Internship Program Staff

Program Director: Richard M. Harrison

Program Coordinator: Lilly Harvey
 

Communications & Digital Media Internship

Communications & Digital Media Internship

The American Foreign Policy Council (AFPC) and its Central Asia-Caucasus Institute (CACI) are seeking a Communications & Digital Media Intern to support the organization’s outreach, publications, and event communications efforts.

Interns will work directly with AFPC’s Program Officers and Vice President for External Relations to help expand AFPC’s reach among policymakers, media, and the public. Interns must commit to a minimum of 15 hours per week, but days and times are flexible.

Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis and are now being accepted for the Spring 2025 semester. To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and any previous work samples to internships@afpc.org.

Responsibilities
  • Manage and create content for AFPC and CACI social media platforms (Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook).
  • Oversee and update the AFPC website, including posting new reports, events, podcasts, and media appearances.
  • Track news clips and media mentions related to AFPC and its experts.
  • Draft, design, and distribute newsletters and event announcements.
  • Assist with event communications and logistics, including promotion, photography, and live coverage.
  • Support the layout and design of special reports and publications using Adobe InDesign.
  • Contribute to strategies that expand AFPC’s readership and audience reach among policymakers, media, and thought leaders.
Qualifications
  • Strong writing and editing skills with an eye for detail.
  • Proficiency in Adobe InDesign (required); familiarity with Photoshop, Canva, or Illustrator preferred.
  • Experience with social media management and digital communications.
  • Basic knowledge of website content management systems (WordPress experience a plus).
  • Creative, organized, and able to manage multiple projects independently.
  • Interest in international affairs and U.S. foreign policy.


Communications & Digital Media Internship Program Staff:
Vice President for External Relations: Annie Swingen
Program Director: Richard M. Harrison
Program Coordinator: Lilly Harvey