[Hiring] Research Intern @United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

Role Description

The Research Intern will perform some of the following duties:

• Assist with a variety of projects and activities related to genocide prevention and response including research, policy outreach, education initiatives, and administrative support.
• Provide assistance to multiple Simon-Skjodt Center research projects, including the Early Warning Project and the Lessons Learned in Preventing and Responding to Mass Atrocities project.
• Work on a variety of research projects related to the dynamics of mass atrocities and policy responses in countries at risk of or currently experiencing mass atrocities.
• Conduct literature reviews of scholarly studies about mass atrocities and their prevention.
• Prepare detailed notes from interviews and other meetings.
• Support research for the Early Warning Project, including analyzing fatality counts in high-risk countries using Excel, analysis based on qualitative reporting, and research about selected countries at risk.
• Draft analytic memos and rapporteur’s reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree (as junior or senior at the time of applying) or graduate degree from an accredited university.
• A strong interest in genocide and mass atrocity prevention, as indicated by dedicated coursework, research experience, and/or professional experience.
• Experience with research and writing about contemporary mass atrocities and their prevention.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.

Requirements

• Experience conducting research about contemporary cases of mass atrocities (examples of contemporary cases the Simon-Skjodt Center works on include South Sudan, Syria, Burma/Myanmar, China, and Ethiopia) and/or countries at risk of potential mass atrocities.
• Familiarity with social science research methods.

How To Apply

A complete application consists of the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Writing Sample (see referenced criteria below)

To apply, please submit a one-page resume, one-page cover letter, and writing sample. The writing sample should be a relatively short (5-7 page) policy memo or excerpt from a class paper. The writing sample will be evaluated on two main criteria: (1) candidate’s ability to conduct research and analysis on topics relevant to the Simon-Skjodt Center; and (2) candidate’s ability to communicate clearly about research findings.

Incomplete applications received will not be considered for advancement.

To be eligible to participate in the Internship Program, students must meet the following enrollment criteria:

• The student must be 18 years or older currently enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university.
• The student must have completed at least the first semester of their freshman year (At least at the time of application).
• Provide proof of legal right to work in the United States.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must reside in the United States for the full duration of the internship program.
• Must complete their background check while physically present in the United States.

Interviews for the Spring 2027 internship program will begin in November 2026 for advanced applicants. Final selection decisions will be made in December 2026, and all candidates will be notified of their status via email by Human Resources.