Cyber Statecraft Initiative - Spring 2025 Young Global Professionals Program

The Cyber Statecraft Initiative, part of the Atlantic Council Technology Programs, works at the nexus of geopolitics and cybersecurity to craft strategies to help shape the conduct of statecraft and to better inform and secure users of technology. Our Young Global Professionals are an integral part of the Initiative. With a small group, most of our projects are all-hands-on-deck and we encourage interns to actively engage with events, publications, and strategies. This position will expose the candidate to the writing process for publications and articles, logistical elements of event planning, and creating strategic initiatives within a think tank.

YGPs provide important research and logistical support to the Center, working closely with the Director and Assistant Directors. They are also encouraged to participate in and attend events hosted by other programs at the Atlantic Council. The successful candidate will have a passion for the work, an entrepreneurial ethos, and a collegial spirit while also being an effective communicator. With a work culture of continual learning, an inclination toward deadlines and a demonstrated interest in international affairs and a background in cybersecurity , through classwork and/or experience is preferred.

Applications reflecting strong writing skills will be prioritized for consideration. This internship is remote within the US, and interns will be paid at a rate of $17.75 per hour.

Responsibilities 

• Conduct research to support the activities of the Director and program staff.


• Manage program contacts and knowledge.


• Provide logistical support in organizing and executing public events and private, high-level roundtables. 


• Draft correspondence and take notes at Council roundtables and strategy sessions for program archives.


• Write analytical pieces for publication on the New Atlanticist blog.


• Support the CSI team with brand development and external communications.


• Provide support for CSI team administrative operations (I.e. public and private event recaps, identifying speakers and panelists).

• Must be at least a college junior in good standing, a graduate student, or a recent graduate, preferably majoring in Political Science, International Relations, National Security, Computer Science, Marketing, or Communications.


• Demonstrated interest in international affairs and security, especially how these overlap with cyber cooperation, conflict, and competition.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written – live and virtual), including the ability to identify and work through challenges, underscored by strong judgment and emotional intelligence. 


• Aptitude and strong skills in research and writing are required.


• Strong analytical, planning, time management, and organizational skills are critical for success. 


• Some history in project management, developing budgets, and tracking expenses, systems analysis or systems management is a plus.


• Proficiency in MS Office suite is required. Past communications, graphic design, and/or social media brand development experience is strongly preferred.


• Poise and professionalism in a team environment across hierarchies with colleagues and counterparts in the United States and abroad.


• Must be available to work full time (40 hours per week).


• Currently or previously enlisted military professionals and veterans are encouraged to apply. 


• Must be authorized to work in the US.

Applications close Sunday, November 10, 2024, at 11:59 pm ET (4:59 am GMT) and require a resume and cover letter.