About the Program
The IPSC Emerging Scholars of the Indo-Pacific Program offers emerging scholars and professionals an opportunity to work on real-time projects shaping the Indo-Pacific. Over 12 weeks, interns contribute to active research, policy briefs, communications, and global engagement activities in a virtual, collaborative environment.
Focus Areas & Roles
- Geopolitical Research and Policy Analysis
- Environmental Policy Research (Environmental Policy Lab)
- Outreach and Social Media Strategy
- Fundraising, Partnerships, and Proposal Writing
- Event Coordination and Webinars
- Data Collection, Literature Reviews, and Editing
What IPSC Emerging Scholars Will Gain
- Mentorship from IPSC fellows and the Executive Director
- Exposure to regional policy issues and networks
- Experience working in multi-disciplinary, remote teams
- Opportunities to publish blogs or co-author outputs
- Certificate of Completion and letter of reference
Who Should Apply?
We encourage applications from students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals who are passionate about the Indo-Pacific region and want to grow their skills in policy, research, and global affairs.
Apply Now
The IPSC Emerging Scholars Program is offered 2–3 times per year. All positions are remote and unpaid. Interns commit 6–8 hours per week for 12 weeks. Calls for applications are posted on the IPSC website and social media channels.
FAQ
Applications are online only. A CV is required as part of the application. Research articles and letters of recommendation are optional.
Applicants must be enrolled or have completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or have relevant work-related experience.
Applications are accepted year-round. Intakes occur twice per year: First intake: February-March, Second intake: July-August.
The program runs for 6 months.
Program applications are reviewed every two months. Successful applicants will be notified 30 days before the start of the internship. Unsuccessful applicants will be placed on a waitlist.
Emerging Scholars are assigned learning activities such as: Research, Drafting monthly commentaries, IPSC Policy Briefs, Fact Sheets, and other activities as required.
Participants are expected to allocate 5-10 hours per week.
The program is part-time and self-paced. There are fortnightly online meetings to check progress.
IPSC Emerging Scholars are unpaid.
The selection process is merit-based. Criteria include academic performance, relevant experience, and skills that align with the programs requirements.
Attendance at IPSC webinars is required as part of the program
Successful applicants who meet guidelines will receive a certificate of completion and a letter of reference (upon request).