L’essentiel de l’offre
- Poste : Research Intern – Security Studies Program
- Employeur : Carnegie Endowment for International Peace – Carnegie India
- Lieu : New Delhi, Inde
- Contrat : Stage à temps plein, en présentiel (6 à 9 mois)
- Date limite : 15 octobre 2026
- Niveau requis : Diplôme universitaire minimum (Graduate)
Contexte
The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace – Carnegie India is inviting applications for a Research Intern – Security Studies Program position in New Delhi, India. The internship is designed for candidates with an academic or professional background in defence, strategic studies or a related field who are interested in security, military affairs, international conflicts and strategic partnerships. The selected intern will work full-time from Carnegie India’s New Delhi office for six to nine months beginning in November 2026. The position provides an opportunity to support Carnegie India scholars, contribute to ongoing research and assist with major policy and research events.
Carnegie India offers internships lasting between three and twelve months to support its scholars and programmes. Interns become part of Carnegie’s broader global research network and contribute to the organisation’s policy-oriented work. For the Security Studies Program, the selected intern will support research and programme activities related to contemporary security and strategic issues. The position combines research assistance with editorial, administrative, organisational and event-related responsibilities. The intern may assist scholars with ongoing projects, conduct background research, contribute to written work and help organise policy events.
Missions et responsabilités
The Research Intern may be involved in research and programme support covering issues such as:
- Military modernisation
- Boundary and territorial issues
- National and regional security outlooks
- Strategic partnerships
- Global conflicts
- Defence and strategic affairs
- Other emerging security issues
The intern will also play a supporting role in organising Carnegie India’s Global Technology Summit, Security Studies Dialogue and other events as required. Depending on programme needs, responsibilities may include research assistance, writing, editing, administrative support and coordination of organisational activities.
Profil recherché
Applicants must have a minimum graduate-level educational qualification and an excellent command of written and spoken English. Candidates should have an academic background in defence or strategic studies, or a related discipline. A strong interest in security issues and the subjects addressed by the Security Studies Program is important.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Excellent research skills
- Strong writing ability
- A demonstrated interest in defence and strategic affairs
- Strong verbal and written English
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a team
- Enthusiasm and creativity
- Relevant academic or professional experience
Conditions et avantages
Selected interns will receive a monthly stipend. The source does not specify the exact stipend amount. The internship also offers practical exposure to policy research, strategic studies and international affairs while allowing interns to work directly with Carnegie India scholars and programme teams. Interns may gain experience in research, policy writing, event organisation, programme coordination and analysis of contemporary security challenges. The internship is a full-time position, and successful candidates must be prepared to attend Carnegie India’s office in New Delhi. Remote participation is therefore not available for this position.
Dossier de candidature
Applicants must submit three key documents:
- One-page cover letter: The letter should clearly explain the applicant’s suitability for the position, relevant experience and skills. It must also state the applicant’s period of availability and clearly state availability for the six-to-nine-month period beginning in November 2026.
- One-page resume: Applicants should provide a concise CV highlighting relevant academic qualifications, research experience, professional experience and skills.
- Writing sample: Applicants must provide a sample demonstrating their research and writing ability.
Because the selection process is competitive, applicants should ensure that all materials are tailored specifically to the Security Studies Program. Applications will be assessed based on factors including academic performance, relevant academic study and previous work experience. Only candidates who meet the requirements and are shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.
Comment postuler
Interested candidates should prepare their one-page cover letter, one-page resume and writing sample and submit the application through the official Carnegie Endowment recruitment platform.
Date limite : 15 October 2026
Référence : Research Intern – Security Studies Program 2026
Lien officiel : VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY
