Intern (Research) Washington, DC, Spring 2026

Washington, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are

BowerGroupAsia Inc.(BGA)is the preeminent government affairs and public policy advisory firm supporting the worlds leading multinational companies in the Indo-Pacific. With 25 offices in Asia BGA staff provide services to clients in 28 markets across the region. We seek two talented highly motivated research Interns -one with knowledge/interest in Southeast Asia and another with knowledge/interest in South Asia/India - to join our United States team based in Washington D.C.

Position Responsibilities

Provide research support for BGA regional teams and BGA field offices relating to politics economics regulatory policy international trade strategic communications and business intelligence;
Prepare and edit briefings profiles presentations memos research papers BGA event handbooks and other materials for clients;
Aid in the development of country specific news updates for clients;
Monitor relevant news items for client updates on sector-specific developments;
Cover events relating to the Indo-Pacific region at think tanks universities and other relevant institutions and provide summaries to BGA staff;
Provide logistical support for BGA events in Washington;
Support the work of the BGA research team and larger client services team as needed;
Assist with data inputting and other administrative tasks.

Job Requirements

We seek a collegial and highly motivated colleague who is equally comfortable and effective working in small teams and independently and has the following skills:

Strong research analysis writing and editing skills and the ability to utilize them in conveying critical insights on the political economy and business policy environment is essential. Familiarity with the AP Stylebook will be a plus.
Computer competence with Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook and web browsing tools is required.
Knowledge of and/or experience with either Southeast Asia or South Asia/India is required.
Specific knowledge in some areas of business would be ideal including but not limited to: finance energy information technology and electronics transport and distribution manufacturing fast-moving consumer goods agriculture healthcare pharmaceuticals and media.
Professional-level English language skills required; proficiency in other languages is a plus.
Both graduate students and undergraduate upperclassmen are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

This internship opportunity will be paid at a rate of $18 an hour.

Applicants should submit a cover letter CV/resume and short writing sample (750-1000 words attached to the cover letter). Please note that this is a paid internship and a commitment of up to 15 hours per week is requested.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please address application materials to Head of Research Murray Hiebert.

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Required Experience:

Junior IC

Who We AreBowerGroupAsia Inc.(BGA)is the preeminent government affairs and public policy advisory firm supporting the worlds leading multinational companies in the Indo-Pacific. With 25 offices in Asia BGA staff provide services to clients in 28 markets across the region. We seek two talented highly...