The Heinrich Böll Foundation Washington, DC is looking for a Foreign Policy and Communications intern. The intern will work closely with the program director for Foreign & Security Policy and our Head of Communications. The start date for the internship will be March 1, 2027.
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Summary
- Application DeadlineOctober 30, 2026
- Study LevelInternship
- SponsorThe Heinrich Böll Foundation
- Eligible CountryAll Countries
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Benefits
- a monthly stipend of $700 for full-time positions and proportionally less for part-time
- 5 paid vacation days per 3 month period for full-time internships
- If required, the foundation can cover most costs associated with a J1 visa*
Requirements
- experience in the relevant program area?
- a genuine interest in the values and mission of the foundation
- competent command of English (German is not a requirement)
- a full-time commitment of 40 hours per week for 3 to 6 months (part-time only on a case-by-case basis)
- at least 2 years of university-level experience?
- currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program OR recent (< 1 year) Bachelor's degree recipients
Applications from mid-career professionals or applicants who have already completed a Master's or Ph.D. will not be accepted.
Application Documents
Applicants must submit
- A US-style resume
- Cover letter
- And challenge statement. Please include the challenge statement in the same document as your cover letter.
Challenge statement:
Please write a short (max 250 words) statement on a recent development in international relations. In what ways does it advance or regress a progressive vision for a multilateral world? What would be a recommendation for reform to move towards a more inclusive system?
Application Deadline
October 30, 2026How To Apply
For more information, kindly visit the Heinrich Böll webpage.
