SPRING 2013 POLICY INTERNSHIP

The Center for the Study of the Presidency and Congress is a unique nonpartisan, nonprofit policy organization in Washington, D.C., that collaborates with the best minds in government, the private sector, and academia to apply strategic thinking and the leadership lessons of history to critical national challenges and opportunities.

The Center’s research department is currently offering unpaid internships for students with a demonstrated interest in the Presidency and U.S. government policy. Center internships offer motivated students the opportunity to participate in the day-to-day operation of a small, fast-paced think tank.

Interns will work closely with senior CSPC staff; while interns are assigned a primary project to work on during their time at the Center based on their experience and qualifications, they also have the opportunity to participate in a variety of Center activities and operations during their internship.

Examples of issue areas include:
 National Security Policy
 The Arab Spring/Middle Eastern Affairs
 Education
 Energy Policy/Domestic Energy Independence
 American History
 Global financial contingencies
 Long-Term National Strategy

Professional responsibilities may include:
 Working with experienced policymakers and former government officials;
 Drafting policy briefs
 Conducting research and writing to support policy analysis and other Center projects;
 Helping to organize meetings with scholars, Congressional staff, and Ambassadors;
 Assisting with conferences, publications and public relations outreach;

Internship applicants must maintain a high standard of work in a fast-paced environment and be detail-oriented, able to multi-task, and eager to learn. Students in all majors are welcome to apply, especially those studying political science, history, international relations, economics, business, or journalism.
It is preferable that interns work Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm; exceptions are made on a case-by-case basis. Internship start and end dates are flexible based on the student's schedule.

To apply for an internship, please send the following to sara.spancake@thepresidency.org:  A cover letter indicating your availability (number of days of a week available to work, and approximate start and end dates);
 Your resume
 A brief (no more than 3 pages) writing sample on a relevant topic of your choice.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Due to the volume of applications received, the Center will only contact those selected for interviews.

More information can be found at www.thePresidency.org or by contacting Sara Spancake, Director of Finance & Administration, at Sara.Spancake@thePresidency.org or 202-872-9-9800.