Wilson Center Research Assistant Internship Spring 2025

Wilson Center Research Assistant interns are talented undergraduates, recent graduates, or graduate students who combine part-time hours at the Center with their studies and other activities. Students in this role provide 12-15 hours of research assistance each week to their assigned scholar (the number of hours can be adjusted accordingly to fulfill academic requirements).

Students work one-on-one with an expert in their field of study to conduct in-depth, academic analysis of today’s most pressing issues. This experience is invaluable for students wishing to develop a deeper understanding of their field of study. In addition to assisting with their scholars’ research projects, interns have the opportunity to network with experts in their chosen fields, attend events on relevant topics, and explore how research and public policy intertwine in Washington. Research Assistant internship opportunities are offered year-round, and are generally consistent with academic semesters.

Benefits of Wilson Center Research

• Research Assistants are paid a monthly stipend of $500, and may also complete an internship for academic credit.

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Eligibility for Wilson Center Research

• Open to highly qualified undergraduates, recent graduates, or graduate students.
• Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA (or equivalent).
• Applicants must be current students, recent graduates (within one calendar year), and/or have been accepted to enter an advanced degree program.
• Non-degree seeking students are ineligible.
• International students studying in the US are eligible, but they must hold a valid F-1 or J-1 visa and appropriate work authorization. All international students must obtain written permission (or CPT/OPT) from their Designated School Official or Responsible Officer for visas at their university stating that they are in valid immigration status and eligible to do an internship at the Center.

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Application

Application materials include:

• Completed Wilson Center Internship Application Form 
• Cover Letter (indicating academic interests or areas of interest)
• Current Resume (indicating relevant coursework)
• 3-5 page Writing Sample (excerpts of a research paper are acceptable) with bibliography
• 2 letters of recommendation, or a brief list of references
  • Recommenders may send their letters directly to [email protected] if they would prefer not to share them with applicants. Indicate the applicant’s name in the subject line of the email.
• Transcript(s) (unofficial copies are acceptable)
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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