Summer Intern: Center for Technology, Science, and Energy - Technology Poli at AEI

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research Support, Writing Skills, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail, Technology Policy, Artificial Intelligence, Telecommunications, Regulation, Antitrust Law, Intellectual Property Law, Digital Privacy, Data Protection, Cybersecurity, Event Staffing, Content Promotion, Project Management

Industry

Think Tanks

Description

Overview The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) seeks an in-person intern for its technology policy studies program, which focuses on advancing policies to encourage innovation, competition, and growth in technology and seeks to minimize unintended consequences amid the rise of disruptive technology, such as artificial intelligence. The intern will assist AEI’s technology policy team with the program’s daily research and administrative activities and the tech policy newsletter. The intern is expected to Provide research support for the technology policy team; Attend and staff AEI events, which regularly feature DC’s top policy leaders; Assist in posting and promoting daily content; and Manage multiple projects, initiatives, and deadlines simultaneously. The ideal candidate for this position will be a rising college sophomore or above with an outstanding academic record, excellent writing and communication skills, and strong attention to detail. The candidate should have a demonstrated interest in a wide range of technology and internet policy topics, including artificial intelligence, telecommunications, regulation in high-tech industries, antitrust and intellectual property law, digital privacy and data protection, and cybersecurity. Additionally, they should have a strong grasp of US institutions and current events. Candidates who can participate in the program in person for 30–40 hours a week are encouraged to apply. About AEI Internships AEI internships offer a unique opportunity for undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain experience in research, writing, business, and communications at one of the nation’s leading think tanks. Competitive candidates will generally have a GPA of 3.5 or higher from a top-ranking college or university. AEI’s internship program runs for 12 weeks, and all related programming will take place in person in Washington, DC. Please see the internship program home page for updates. The summer program dates are either Tuesday, May 26, to Friday, August 21, or Tuesday, June 2, to Friday, August 28.

Responsibilities

The intern will provide research support for the technology policy team and assist in posting and promoting daily content. They will also attend and staff AEI events featuring top policy leaders.