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Join CIRIS
Shape Your Global Impact with CIRIS
CIRIS is a community of learners, researchers, practitioners, and emerging leaders working together on international relations and international security.
Whether you are a student, volunteer, veteran, or experienced professional, CIRIS offers a place to learn, contribute, and grow through meaningful projects, collaboration, and shared purpose.
Why CIRIS?
- Learn by doing
- Build your portfolio
- Work with mentors and peers
- Contribute to meaningful projects
Opportunities at CIRIS
We offer flexible ways to get involved, all within a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
Leadership & Advisory
For experienced professionals, veterans, and senior contributors who want to guide projects, mentor others, and support CIRIS strategically.
Internships
For students and early-career applicants seeking hands-on experience in research, analysis, communications, and publications.
Volunteer Roles
For motivated individuals who want to contribute through research, writing, outreach, social media, editorial support, or events.
Grant-Funded Roles
Project-based opportunities for people with relevant expertise who want to support funded research, policy, or consulting work.
A Community of Learners
At CIRIS, people do not just fill roles. They become part of a wider community where skills are developed, ideas are exchanged, and work is strengthened through collaboration, mentorship, and shared purpose.
Internship Program
Our internship program offers remote, flexible experience for undergraduate, postgraduate, and recent graduate applicants interested in international relations, security, and communications.
- Format: Remote and flexible
- Duration: 8–10 weeks
- Time commitment: 8–10 hours per week
- What you receive: Certificate, recommendation letter, and practical experience
Applicants can indicate their preferred focus area, such as foreign policy, international security, or communications and digital platforms.
Apply to Join CIRIS
We welcome applications from students, recent graduates, professionals, veterans, and volunteers who want to contribute to a growing international community.
Please use the contact form below to send us your LinkedIn profile, a short motivation, and your availability or preferred period. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted depending on current openings and project needs.
Important: At this stage, all roles are voluntary in nature. Excellent English language skills are required, and most positions involve a flexible commitment of several hours per week.
Please be advised our Summer call if filled. New applications are welcome as of the third week of August. Applications that are being prior to that week will not be answered!