Are you ready to dive into global affairs, shape future policies, and collaborate with experts tackling the world’s most pressing issues? The Atlantic Council Internships 2025 are calling ambitious students and recent graduates to apply for one of the most impactful experiential learning opportunities in international relations and public policy.
The Atlantic Council, renowned for advancing global leadership and strategy, is offering three distinct internship tracks in 2025 — including the prestigious Young Global Professionals (YGP) Program, Summer Internships, and exclusive Institutional Partnerships. Each of these pathways promises not only practical experience but also access to global thought leaders, foreign policy challenges, and professional growth workshops.
Why Apply? | The Internship Benefits
- Work at the forefront of global engagement through the Atlantic Council’s 16 dynamic programs and centers.
- Conduct meaningful research, publications, and analysis on critical foreign policy issues.
- Join high-impact projects and global events, from cyber diplomacy to climate resilience.
- Participate in exclusive career-building workshops, resume sessions, and networking events.
- Learn from real-world leaders and experts through Council masterclasses.
- Internship hours are flexible to accommodate academic schedules.
- Paid opportunities for summer internships and through external funding (Institutional Partners).
Internship Track Available for Applications Currently
Young Global Professionals (YGP) Program – Fall 2025: A selective, hands-on learning experience for passionate students and young professionals.
- Duration: 19 weeks (August 11 – December 19, 2025)
- Time Commitment: 30 hours/week (flexible)
- Focus Areas: Research, publications, software tools, strategic events, networking
- Location: Washington, DC (some remote U.S. options available)
❌ Note: YGP is only offered during Spring and Fall.
✅ Open to juniors, seniors, grad students, and recent graduates.
Who Can Apply?
- Undergraduate juniors and seniors
- Graduate students
- Recent graduates (within the last year)
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (e.g., CPT/OPT or through an external sponsor)
- The Atlantic Council does not sponsor visas and cannot host international interns based abroad
- Remote roles are U.S.-based only
- High school students are not eligible.
Apply: https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/careers/internships/