We are not accepting intern applications at the moment.

The internship application can be downloaded click here. Before applying, please read the internship position descriptions carefully.

To apply, please send the following to COHA:
–   Completed application
–   Resume
–   Cover letter
–   Brief writing sample (two pages)
–   The contact information of 2 references OR two letters of recommendation

Applications for the Spring 2018 semester will be accepted on a rolling basis. Positions tend to be filled quickly. It is advised that you apply several months prior to your desired starting date. Applications may be addressed to our Intern Coordinator and sent via:

Email: [email protected]

Mail:
Council on Hemispheric Affairs
2501 Calvert St., N.W., Suite 401
Washington, D.C. 20008

or Fax: (202) 248-0745

Positions and Responsibilities

COHA accepts a number of interns each semester (Summer, Fall, and Spring). All interns are Research Associates, and thus spend much of their time researching and writing articles. Each intern is also expected to take on an administrative role along with their responsibilities as research associates. The administrative roles are somewhat fluid in order to meet the needs of the office. Below is a description of all the positions; keep them in mind as you write your application and be prepared to explain your ability to carry out various roles in an interview.

Research Associate – As Research Associates, interns will be writing articles for COHA’s highly regarded publication, the Washington Report on the Hemisphere (WRH); composing Opinion-Editorials and letters to the editor for publication in major national and international news media; performing personal interviews with Washington officials; attending Congressional hearings, legislative seminars, and various events on topics relevant to COHA’s work; and assisting in office administration tasks such as maintaining subscription lists.

Administrative Roles

Mailing List Manager – This person ensures that the mailing list is updated and that those who want to unsubscribe are erased from our list.

Press Manager – The press manager finds news articles in which COHA is cited and includes them in “COHA in the Public Arena” on the website. 

Washington Report on the Hemisphere (WRH) Manager – The manager is in charge of putting together and editing the WRH, which is meant to go out every other friday. This person is in charge of finding the right articles to go in the WRH. He or she will work together with the subscriptions manager in making sure that everyone who subscribes receives the publication.

Fundraising/Grant Committee – This committee conducts research on funding opportunities, sets deadlines for upcoming proposals, and reaches out to potential financial contributors to COHA.

Seminar Coordinator – This person is responsible for coordinating different scholars and organization leaders to come to COHA for a few hours and give a presentation to COHA’s Research Associates on a specific topic related to COHA’s work, allowing for our Research Associates to participate in an engaging dialogue with these scholars. 

Website Manager – This person must be one of the strong editors/writers in the office because he or she will be responsible for doing the final proofread of all content posted on the website. This person also manages the organization’s technical apparati, helps people with computer problems, and maintains the website. The Website Manager additionally provides suggestions as to how to improve COHA’s graphic designs and website appearance.

Social Media Manager – This intern is in charge of posting on COHA’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Linked-In, etc.