Internships with the Kennan Institute

TO APPLY: Send your resume and cover letter according to the instructions below. Please be sure to note in your cover letter the period for which you wish to be considered (in terms of which months or semesters).

The Kennan Institute accepts applications on a rolling basis. Applicants will be contacted for an interview if their research interests, background, and availability should match an incoming research project.

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Current Internship Opportunities

Research Internship

DESCRIPTION: The Kennan Institute offers paid research internships for undergraduate, graduate, and prospective graduate students. Each intern works with a scholar in residence at the Institute over a period of three to nine months. This internship offers a flexible schedule of 15 hours per week, and a stipend of $10 per hour.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should have a good command of the Russian or Ukrainian language and ability to conduct independent research.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: To apply, send a resume and cover letter describing your availability to work in Washington, D.C. and your research interests and strengths. You may send your application by email to joseph.dresen@wilsoncenter.org.

For more information, you may email Joseph Dresen or call (202) 691-4245. 

International students are eligible, but they must hold a valid F-1 or J-1 visa and appropriate work authorization especially if they are receiving compensation for the internships. All international students must obtain written permission from their Designated School Official or Responsible Visa Officer at their university stating that they are in valid immigration status and eligible to do an internship at the Center. The Wilson Center is an equal opportunity employer and follows equal opportunity employment guidelines in the selection of its interns.