About the Program
The IPSC Interns 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 Interns 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.
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The internship 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
Intern 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.
Internships last for 6 months.
Intern 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.
Interns are assigned tasks such as: Research, Drafting monthly commentaries, IPSC Policy Briefs, Fact Sheets, and other tasks as required.
Interns are expected to work 5-10 hours per week.
The internship is part-time and self-paced. There are fortnightly online meetings to check progress.
IPSC internships are unpaid.
The selection process is merit-based. Criteria include academic performance, relevant experience, and skills that align with the internship’s requirements.
Attendance at IPSC webinars is required as part of the internship.
Successful interns who meet guidelines will receive a certificate of completion and a letter of reference (upon request).