Opportunities

OPEN FACULTY / STAFF POSITIONS

THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO OPEN TERM OR PERMANENT POSITIONS AT THE PERRY CENTER

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INTERNSHIPS

ADM Tidd with Perry Center Interns and FellowsThe Perry Center’s internship program is an opportunity for highly motivated undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain valuable experience working on defense and security issues affecting the Americas. Interns will work in a multicultural and multilingual environment, regularly interacting with civilian and military officials from the Americas and other regions of the world. Interns will also have the opportunity to sit in on various lectures, courses, and professional development sessions hosted by the Perry Center and the National Defense University.

The Perry Center offers two types of internships: research and communications/multimedia. Applicants may apply to both internships if interested.

 

RESEARCH INTERNSHIP:

The Perry Center is seeking research interns to support academic projects, publications, and courses related to security and defense in the Western Hemisphere. Research interns will work with Perry Center faculty members, supporting the Center’s mission to educate senior civilian and military officials, as well as inform US policy and DoD activities in the region.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
  • Assist Perry Center faculty and professional staff with long- and short-term research projects related to security and defense in the Americas.
  • Compose reports, produce graphics, and organize data into tables and charts. Attend and lend logistical support to Perry Center and National Defense University courses, lectures, and conferences.
  • Support presentations and take notes for Perry Center faculty members during events around DC.
 REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • An interest in International Affairs, Defense and Security Studies, and the Western Hemisphere.
  • Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Spanish language skills required; other language skills also a plus.

COMMUNICATIONS/MULTIMEDIA INTERNSHIP:

The Perry Center’s Alumni and Educational Outreach Office is seeking a communications/multimedia intern who is full of creative ideas and eager to contribute on a large scale. The intern will assist with tasks related to public relations, marketing, and outreach. Applicants must have excellent communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
  • Assist with the creation, curation, and monitoring of engaging content for the Center’s Alumni News Blog and social media (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, Instagram)
  • Assist with developing, writing, and distributing press releases for the Center’s web site.
  • Assist with photography for Perry Center courses and events.
  • Assist with proofing and design of materials for style, grammar, etc.
  • Assist with the development and production of digital and print outreach materials and strategic messaging documents including a press kit.
 REQUIRED SKILLS:
  • A background in PR, communications, marketing, or journalism.
  • A solid understanding of social media.
  • Detail oriented, highly organized, and able to work independently.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Spanish language skills desired, but not required.
  • Experience with graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) preferred, but not required.

The Fine Print


Interns may receive academic credit for their work at the Perry Center. Interns must make arrangements with their academic institution and provide the Perry Center with the necessary paperwork.


At least 20 hours per week. We understand that interns may have other commitments, such as academic coursework and paid employment. The Perry Center tries to be very flexible with scheduling issues. Please keep in mind, however, that we favor interns who can regularly commit at least 20 hours/week).


Internships at the Perry Center are unpaid.


Send a resume, cover letter, academic transcript, and a short writing sample (3-5 pages) to Emily Smith, Internship Coordinator, at emily.f.smith.civ@ndu.edu. Please indicate for which type of internship you wish to apply, as well as your work availability and research interests, if applicable.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, though the most successful applicants will have submitted their application materials by the following dates:

  • Summer internships (May/June – August): April 15
  • Fall internships (August/September – December): July 15
  • Spring internships (January – May): November 15

If you have any questions, please email Emily at the aforementioned e-mail address, or call +1.202.685.4661