JOB DESCRIPTION

CSIS is seeking one intern to support the Japan Chair. The Japan Chair was established to provide a venue in Washington for the study of U.S.-Japan relations and increasing mutual understanding. As Japan's role in regional and global affairs continues to grow, the Japan Chair is charting a new direction to define a strategic agenda for the U.S.-Japan relationship in a bilateral, regional, and global context. The current research agenda covers a broad range of themes including Japanese domestic politics and foreign policy, U.S.-Japan security and economic ties, and U.S. strategy in the Indo-Pacific region.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Conduct research on issues animating Japanese politics, U.S.-Japan relations and U.S. policy in the Indo-Pacific
• Draft research memos, presentations, reports, event summaries and other materials for program staff
• Provide logistical and administrative support for program events and research projects
• Perform other general tasks to support office functions

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must be at least a college junior, graduate student, or recent graduate in Japan studies, International Affairs, or Political Science with a demonstrated interest in the Indo-Pacific region
• At least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Strong communication, research, and writing skills
• Familiarity with Japanese foreign/defense policy and U.S.-Japan relations
• Ability to conduct research using Japanese original sources
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects under tight deadlines

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, résumé, academic transcripts, and a short writing sample at https://www.csis.org/about/careers-culture/careers by November 20, 2026.