Spring Intern, Center For Innovation, Trade, And Strategy

Intern, Center for Innovation, Trade, and Strategy

The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) is seeking a Spring Intern for the Center for Innovation, Trade, and Strategy to provide research, communication, event planning, and administrative support for Trade Center projects. Based in NBR's Washington, D.C. office, this opportunity allows the individual to develop experience working on Indo-Pacific trade, innovation, and technology issues through on-the-job experience.

This is a paid, part-time (20-25hr/week), special assignment (4 ½ month) position reporting to the Project Manager, Center for Innovation, Trade, and Strategy. NBR utilizes a hybrid work schedule, and the intern will split time between working in the office and working remotely. Preference will be given to candidates who are available to work January 2024 through approximately the end of May, 2024.

Responsibilities

• Research Assistance: providing substantive research assistance for project teams and scholars, including gathering articles on current events and background on key individuals, attending and summarizing relevant events, and interviewing an expert related to ongoing research initiatives for a Q&A to be published on NBR's website.
• Writing Assistance: drafting and proofreading concept papers, memos, grant reports, briefing papers, etc.
• Publications Support: editing, reviewing, fact-checking, proof-reading, and formatting project publications, including commentaries, essays, reports, and analyses.
• Grant Development: tracking development and grant opportunities; assisting with scoping and drafting project proposal narratives.
• Event Planning: providing administrative support for conferences, workshops, presentations, and briefings (including drafting agendas, assisting with travel, accommodation, and venue arrangements, sending and responding to invitations, note-taking, managing logistics, etc.).
• Administrative Support and Database Administration: drafting and managing independent contractor agreements for external project experts, submitting invoices and receipts through the online financial management system, and supporting other NBR activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student or recent graduate, preferably in Asia studies, international relations, politics, business, public policy, or related field
• Demonstration of strong writing skills
• Knowledge of and interest in U.S. trade, economics, technology, intellectual property, or foreign policy, especially pertaining to Asia
• Some office experience (with research, writing, event planning, or other responsibilities listed above) preferred
• Advanced Asian language skills a plus, particularly Chinese, Korean, or Japanese

About NBR

NBR is an independent, nonpartisan research institution based in Seattle and Washington, D.C. We bring world-class scholarship to bear on the evolving strategic environment in Asia through original, policy-relevant research, and we invest in our future by training the next generation of Asia specialists.

With power, risk, and opportunity concentrating in Asia, at the National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) we tackle those critical issues that America's leaders need to understand - because the decisions they make matter and the stakes are high. As the nation's Asia policy think tank, we envision a future that is free, open, secure, and prosperous for all.

This is an opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a group of high performing, dedicated, and friendly colleagues.

Application Instructions

The application period for this position will close on December 10, 2023. To apply, submit the following materials with your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

• Cover letter summarizing your experience as it applies to the outlined responsibilities and qualifications.
• Resume
• Recent 3-5 page writing sample that has not been edited by anyone else.
• Contact information for 3 professional and/or academic references (Will not be contacted until final interview stage).

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position based in our Washington, DC office. Part-Time staff are expected to work in-office one day per week. The expected pay range for this position is $20.00 per hour to $21.00 per hour, depending on education level.

This is a full-time position and includes 25 paid holidays per year, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave (calculated at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked), and 2 days of paid professional development leave. NBR covers 80% of employees' Public Transit commuting costs.

NBR is committed to a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We're an equal opportunity employer and strive to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy or parental status, creed, military or veteran status, religion, ancestry, or national origin, disability, or other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during either the application or the recruiting process, please email your request to employment@nbr.org.

Applicants must successfully pass a background check, which will be conducted in accordance with Seattle's Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17. Applicants will be given a chance to explain or correct background information and provide verifiable information of good conduct and rehabilitation.