Communications and Operations Intern - Economic Security and Technology Department (Spring 2026)

District of Columbia, USA (On-site)

$18/hr – $20/hrIntern/New GradInternship

Posted 6 months ago

Job Summary

The role supports EST team operations, communications, and event coordination with a focus on content creation, social media, and multimedia production. It emphasizes collaboration, in-person CSIS work, and a mix of administrative and communications tasks.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Support day-to-day operations of the EST team, including scheduling, databases, and internal tracking.
  • Assist in drafting the EST newsletter and other communications.
  • Draft and schedule social media content and design visual assets using tools like Canva.
  • Help plan, coordinate, and run a variety of events, including webinars, briefings, and public events.
  • Gather and organize meeting information, including attendee bios, titles, and other relevant materials, and assist with meeting coordination.
  • Greet and escort meeting attendees and provide logistical support during events.
  • Assist with production and editing of multimedia content, including podcasts, videos, and presentations.
  • Conduct research, draft summaries, and proofread communications or publications.
  • Collaborate with team members on projects and contribute ideas to improve communications and operations.

Requirements

  • Must hold a bachelor’s degree; progress towards a master’s degree, or a master’s degree, is a plus.
  • Demonstrated experience in communications, operations, or related administrative support roles (internship or coursework experience acceptable).
  • Prior experience managing social media accounts (LinkedIn, X, or similar platforms) and drafting professional digital content is a plus.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in design tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, or similar platforms for creating infographics, banners, and other visual content.
  • Video editing experience (e.g., CapCut, Adobe Premiere, or OpusClip) is a plus.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
  • Proven ability to follow directions, take initiative, and contribute creative ideas to improve content and workflow.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a small, dynamic team and communicate effectively with colleagues across departments.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and project management tools preferred.

Preferred

  • Progress towards a master’s degree, or a master’s degree, is a plus.
  • Prior experience managing social media accounts (LinkedIn, X, or similar platforms) and drafting professional digital content is a plus.
  • Video editing experience (e.g., CapCut, Adobe Premiere, or OpusClip) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and project management tools preferred.
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Established in Washington, DC over 60 years ago, the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a bipartisan, nonprofit policy research organization dedicated to providing strategic insights and policy solutions to help decisionmakers chart a course toward a better world.The CSIS Middle East Program analyzes the drivers of the region’s social, political, economic, and environmental changes for U.S. and global audiences. With a broad following among decision makers and thought leaders around the world, the CSIS Middle East Program disseminates its ideas through written scholarship in various formats and lengths; video products; and events with leading scholars, policymakers, and diplomats.Follow us on Twitter/X @CSISMidEast

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Communications and Operations Intern - Economic Security and Technology Department (Spring 2026)

CSIS Middle East Program · District of Columbia, USA · On-site