Research Intern, Security Studies Program Carnegie India

Research Intern - Security Studies Program

Internships at Carnegie India

Carnegie India offers three-to-twelve-month internships to support the Centers scholars and programs. Interns are an integral part of Carnegies growing global network.

Interns are provided a stipend.

General Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Graduate

• Candidates must have an excellent verbal and written command of English

Research Intern Security Studies Program

Carnegie India is seeking research interns with a background in defence/strategic studies or a related field to work for a period of six to nine months starting November 2026.

• The intern may be assigned administrative editorial research writing or organizational tasks to provide overall support to Carnegie Indias Security Studies focus intern will also assist scholars on ongoing projects background research and events.

• The internship will require the intern to play a supporting role in helping organize Carnegie Indias flagship summit the Global Technology Summit Security Studies Dialogue and any other events as necessary.

• Responsibilities may include research assistance on issues relating to military modernization boundary issues security outlook strategic partnerships global conflicts and so on.

• The ideal candidate must have:
• Excellent research and writing skills.

• Strong interest in issues mentioned above.

• The ability to be an enthusiastic and creative team player while working both independently and collaboratively.

This is a full-time role and the selected candidates will be required to attend the office of Carnegie India in New Delhi.

How to Apply

For consideration applicants must send

• A one-page cover letter clearly stating their suitability for the position as well as relevant experience and skills. The cover letter must indicate the period of availability.

• A one-page resume.

• A writing sample. Please refrain from using any AI tool.

The application process is competitive. Applications will be judged on past academic performance relevant academic study and work experience. Only qualified applicants will be contacted for interviews.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to caste race colour religion sex national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity or any other protected group.

Selected interns will be paid a monthly stipend.

Required Experience:

Intern