Research Intern, Strategy and National Security

• Research Intern, Strategy and National Security

Hours
: 20 hours per week

Contract
:
Fixed-term (six weeks)

Location
:
London

The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) is a defence and security think tank that has a deep understanding of regional geopolitics and geo-economics in a global context. Its international researchers provide best-in-class, independent and impartial analysis and offer insights on strategic challenges and priorities to governments and the private sector. It is expert at bringing together national leaders and senior policymakers in foreign policy, defence and security;

promoting dialogue; and facilitating effective and influential bilateral and multilateral consultations.

An opportunity has arisen for a research internship in the Geo-economics and Strategy programme, reporting to the Senior Fellow for Strategy and National Security.

• Provide research support on projects including, but not limited to, hybrid warfare, forecasting, terrorism and financial intelligence.
• Provide support for workshops, round tables and other events.
• Participate in activities related to the crowd forecasting, collective intelligence and strategic risks programme and gain experience of the IISS and how it operates.

The successful candidate will:

• Be working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the field of international relations, defence and security, economics, or other relevant topics.
• Have demonstrable ability to write to high standards of English.
• Be able to begin the role from 30 March 2026.

This internship is a paid opportunity.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we will be unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

The IISS is an equal opportunities employer.