Job Location: Washington, DC headquarters, requiring a minimum of 4 days per week in office
Employment Type: Temporary
Seniority Level: Intern
Job Category: Staff

Description

At the intersection of economics, finance, and foreign policy, the GeoEconomics Center is a translation hub with the goal of helping shape a better global economic future. Our interns are an integral part of the GeoEconomics Centerand actively engage with events, publications, development, and programming strategy. This position will expose the successful candidates to all elements of data visualization, event planning, research for publications and articles, and day-to-day administrative tasks including co-management of the program’s twitter account. In coordination with the Center’s staff, the interns will help design infographics using data visualization and use research skills to contribute to the Center’s newsletters.


The successful candidate will have a passion for the work, an entrepreneurial ethos, and a collegial spirit while also being an effective communicator. With a work culture of continual learning, an inclination toward deadlines and a demonstrated interest in international affairs and economics through class work and/or experience is strongly preferred.


Applications reflecting strong writing and editing skills will be prioritized for consideration. This internship is based in our Washington, DC headquarters, requiring a minimum of 4 days per week in office. Interns will be compensated at a rate of $18.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

  • Support the organization and execution of periodic GeoEconomics Center events.
  • Manage program contacts, program metrics, and social media.
  • Help produce data visualizations to illustrate policies and impacts.
  • Perform research and proposal writing tasks as assigned.
  • Draft correspondence and manage logistics for program events and activities.
  • Conduct research as needed to support Center activities; including briefings on current events, key stakeholders, and emerging issues.
  • Assist with editing and publish reports.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least a college sophomore in good standing, a graduate student, or a recent graduate, preferably in Economics or International Affairs or a relevant discipline.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written – in-person and virtual), including the ability to identify and work through challenges, underscored by strong judgment and emotional intelligence.
  • Experience with social media campaigns; data platforms such as Macrobond, Bloomberg, or national statistical services; data visualization; and graphic design skills and/or experience are desired.
  • Aptitude and strong skills in research and writing are required.
  • Strong analytical, planning, time management, and organizational skills are critical for success.
  • Poise and professionalism in a team environment across hierarchies with colleagues and counterparts in the United States and abroad.
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite, especially Excel.
  • Interest in geoeconomics, international trade, fiscal & monetary policy, Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), and future of the global economic architecture.
  • Please feel free to specify in your cover letter which of our primary pillars of work most aligns with your interests: Future of Capitalism or Future of Money.
  • Applicants must be able to work full-time (40 hrs/week).

Applications close Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 11:59 pm ET (4:59 am GMT) and require a resume and cover letter. Due to the large volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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About the Program

At the intersection of economics, finance, and foreign policy, the GeoEconomics Center is a translation hub with the goal of helping shape a better global economic future.

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