Events And Communications Intern (Fall 2025)

This internship is within IWP’s Office of Events and Communications. It provides an introduction to the world of event planning and communications.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates are upper-level undergraduates or recent graduates studying communications, international relations, public relations, political science, or related disciplines. Strong writing and organizational skills are essential, as is a high degree of professionalism and attention to detail.  

Applicants should be proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with basic communications tools; experience with design software (e.g. Canva) or email platforms (e.g. Mailchimp, Eventbrite) is a plus. The ability to manage multiple tasks, respond calmly under pressure, and engage respectfully with VIPs, scholars, and government officials is crucial.  

A demonstrated interest in international affairs or national security is highly desirable. Interns must be able to commute to IWP’s Washington, D.C. campus and commit 20–25 hours per week during the fall semesters. 

Key Responsibilities

Events and Communications Interns will assist in the end-to-end management of IWP-hosted events, including preparing invitations and promotional materials, managing guest lists, coordinating logistics, and providing on-site support during lectures and receptions. Interns will also play a role in drafting announcements, creating content for newsletters and the website, and helping to maintain the Institute’s calendar. They may contribute to coverage of events on social media platforms and provide follow-up reporting, photography, or copywriting as needed. Interns will also help ensure consistency in the Institute’s branding and contribute to strategies for increasing audience engagement. 

About The Institute of World Politics

The Institute of World Politics is a graduate school of national security, intelligence, and international affairs, dedicated to developing leaders with a sound understanding of international realities and the ethical conduct of statecraft, based on knowledge and appreciation of the founding principles of the American political economy and the Western moral tradition.

Intern Benefits

• Participate in exclusive tours of key federal institutions like the Pentagon, Department of Justice, and Capitol Building, as well as visits to D.C. think tanks, embassies, and museums. Offerings vary by semester.
• Gain access to IWP’s roster of guest lectures and events, including career informational sessions hosted by agencies such as the State Department, CIA, FBI, DIA, and others.
• Engage in dynamic and interactive experiences, including taking a graduate-level course; strategic wargaming sessions that simulate real-world conflict scenarios and policy-making processes; preparation and delivery of intelligence briefings; and participation in spirited debates on contemporary issues to enhance critical thinking and public speaking abilities.
• Interns who successfully complete the program are eligible for preferred consideration for admission to IWP’s M.A. programs and may also qualify for a $3,000 scholarship to be applied toward graduate tuition.

Application

IWP hires for this internship on a rolling basis.

To apply, please send your resume, transcripts, cover letter, and Events and Communications Internship Application to shoule@iwp.edu.