Eurasia Center - Fall 2026 Young Global Professionals Program

Eurasia Center - Fall 2026 Young Global Professionals Program

ATLANTIC COUNCIL OF THE U S INC

Washington, DC Job Details Full-time | Internship $18.50 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications Meeting minutes Ukrainian Some college Event coordination Writing skills Research Administrative experience Analysis skills Russian Organizational skills International Relations Communication skills Entry level Time management Full Job Description Our YGPs are an integral part of the Eurasia Center . Team projects are all-hands-on-deck, so our entire staff gets both operational and substantive experience in all that we do. The Eurasia Center works to galvanize international support for an independent Ukraine within secure borders whose people will determine their own future. The Eurasia Center also has an extensive body of work on Russia and other countries of Eastern Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Its portfolio includes frequent virtual, domestic, and international conferences and events. The Center's experts and partners regularly publish short-from analysis, as well as longer research reports, and brief US and European policymakers. This position will expose the candidate to the logistical and administrative elements of event-planning, the writing process for publications and articles, and designing strategic initiatives within a think tank. The candidate will assist in the Eurasia Center's fast-paced programming at the forefront of transatlantic relations, as well as development tasks and outreach to its close network of Eurasia experts, officials, and thought leaders. Successful candidates will have a passion for Eurasian affairs and a collegial spirit while also being an effective communicator who is willing to learn and grow in an organization. Demonstrated interest in Eurasia, particularly with familiarity with Ukraine and/or Russia through classwork and/or experience is preferred. This position is based full-time in our Washington, DC headquarters, requiring a minimum of 4 days per week in the office. Interns will be compensated at a rate of $18.50 per hour. Responsibilities Assist with logistics for Eurasia Center events and programming. Organize and consolidate prep materials for various meetings, events, speaking engagements, and trips. Help support the operations and administrative functions of the Eurasia Center. Assist with monitoring program contacts, networks, and the news cycle. Support Center outreach as needed. Draft correspondence and take notes at Council roundtables and strategy sessions. Conduct research for Eurasia Center staff and fellows as needed to support the activities of the Eurasia Center, including meetings, speeches, articles, reports, policy briefs and Congressional engagement. Must be at least a college junior in good standing, a graduate student, or a recent graduate, preferably majoring in international affairs or another relevant field. Demonstrable interest in Ukraine, Russia, and the wider region, as well as the core mission of the Atlantic Council. Demonstrated knowledge of the Eurasia region desired. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written, in-person and virtual), including the ability to identify and work through challenges, underscored by strong judgment and emotional intelligence. Aptitude and strong skills in research, writing, and logistics. Strong analytical, planning, time management, and organizational skills required. Proficiency in Russian and/or Ukrainian language is a plus but not required . Availability to work 40 hours per week is required . Applications close Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET (4:59 am GMT) and require a resume and cover letter. Due to the large volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted .