Research & Events Internship – Center on US & Europe

About the role

This 12‑week hybrid internship with the Center on the United States and Europe (CUSE) at Brookings offers undergraduate juniors or seniors and master’s students a hands‑on experience in public‑policy research and event coordination. Interns work alongside scholars and staff, contributing to research projects and supporting high‑profile events.

Key responsibilities

• Assist CUSE scholars with research on U.S.–European relations, EU politics, and security issues.
• Support planning, logistics, and execution of conferences, workshops, and public events.
• Prepare briefing materials, summaries, and background documents for meetings.
• Participate in internal briefings, professional‑development workshops, and networking events.

Required profile

• Undergraduate junior or senior, or graduate student pursuing a master’s degree.
• Strong interest in European affairs, transatlantic relations, and public policy.
• Eligibility to work in the United States for the internship duration.
• Availability for at least 32 hours per week during regular business hours.

Required skills

What we offer

• Hourly compensation of $18.40.
• Hybrid work arrangement with regular presence at the Washington, DC office.
• Exposure to leading experts, policy makers, and academic scholars.
• Professional‑development workshops and networking opportunities.