Summer 2024 Communications Internships

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The internship program lasts for four months and is divided into three cycles over the course of the year. There is some flexibility in internship start and end dates, but the Spring internship cycle generally runs from January through April, the Summer cycle from May through August, and the Fall semester from September through December. Internships are available on both a full- and part-time basis (with full-time sought for U.S. Immigrant Integration and Communications). A stipend is offered to full-time interns and a prorated stipend is available for part-time interns. Students also may arrange to obtain credit for their work. MPI does not cover relocation expenses. Internships can be remote or in person. Applicants do not need not be a U.S. citizen to apply; however, all applicants must be authorized to work in the United States before the internship begins, unless they reside and work from outside the United States throughout the internship cycle. Since MPI is not designated by the U.S. Department of State to be an exchange visitor sponsor, the Institute cannot provide the supporting documents to apply for foreign worker (H-1B), exchange visitor (J-1), trainee (H-3), or foreign student (F-1) visas. For all positions, applicants must be at least a junior in college, possess excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to work both independently and as part of a team. Current students, college graduates, graduate students, and early-career professionals are welcome to apply. Those without college experience but who can demonstrate substantial relevant work experience will also be considered. Foreign language skills and proficiency in key Office and other software programs prove helpful for certain projects, as do strong quantitative skills. Minority applicants and/or applicants from immigrant or refugee backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Interested applicants should send to internship@migrationpolicy.org the following materials: CV/Resume Cover letter describing your interest and research experience in migration and/or public policy issues (for research internships), or in communications. A writing sample that showcases your ability to write clearly and analytically about migration, integration, refugee, or other public policy issue (up to 5 pages). The writing sample must be in English, and should be an unedited, solo-authored piece. A transcript (official or unofficial) from all colleges/universities attended that shows classes taken along with class grades. In your email, please specify: -Whether you are applying for a research or communications internship -For research internships: The MPI program area(s) you are interested in. Most applicants should apply for a maximum of two program areas -The approximate dates you are available to start and finish -Whether you are available full- or part-time -Whether you prefer a remote or in-person internship -A telephone number where you can be reached. Interns should submit one application but may indicate interest in multiple types of internships or multiple research areas. For additional information, you may contact internship@migrationpolicy.org. Due to the large number of applicants, only those being considered for the position will be contacted. No phone calls please.