Department of State, Intelligence and Research internships/ Fellowships

Whether you’re an undergraduate or postgraduate student seeking a substantive internship or fellowship supporting U.S. foreign policy, there’s no limit as to how far our opportunities can take you. You’ll have the opportunity to gain insight into U.S. foreign policy and diplomacy, explore new career avenues, and acquire lifelong skills as you represent America to the world.

You’ll work with architects, IT professionals, policy experts, and engineers who have various educational and cultural backgrounds, global perspectives, depth of knowledge, and technical skills, along with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities. You can contribute your different perspectives and innovative thinking as you learn from Foreign and Civil Service professionals who work to support and advance U.S. interests worldwide.

The opportunities are endless—and they all start right here.

For those interested in the paid internship program, begin by finding out  which office is right for you. You’ll need this information as you begin the application process.

We recommend you contact a Diplomat in Residence near you to learn more about each program and the different application, selection, and hiring processes.