The Atlantic Council is accepting applications for its GeoEconomics Center Spring 2027 Young Global Professionals Program. This paid internship offers experience in economic policy research, data analysis and international affairs.
Organization: Atlantic Council, GeoEconomics Center
Location: Washington, DC, United States
Pay: US$18.50 per hour
Commitment: At least four days (32 hours) per week in the office
Deadline: 8 November 2026, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time
What you will do
Interns support research on trade, finance, fiscal and monetary policy, digital currencies and the global economic system. Tasks include preparing briefs and newsletters, producing data visualizations, supporting events, and helping with communications and administration.
Who can apply?
- College students at sophomore level or above in good academic standing, or recent graduates, in international economics, finance, public policy or a related field.
- Applicants with full-time US work authorization who can meet the in-office commitment.
- Candidates with strong research, writing, communication and organizational skills, and an interest in geoeconomics.
Experience with Excel, statistical or programming tools, data visualization, social media or event support is an advantage.
How to apply
Submit your résumé through the application portal. In place of a cover letter, upload one document answering three prompts, with a maximum of 200 words per response:
- Your interest in the team and how the internship fits your academic or career goals.
- An economic or financial issue you follow and the questions policymakers should consider.
- Your experience working with incomplete, inconsistent or difficult data, including your approach and lessons learned.
The responses must be written without AI assistance. Review the exact prompts and requirements in the application portal before submitting. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
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