We offer position positions to graduate students and academics with backgrounds in international relations, strategy, the Middle East, or Israel’s national security. Applicants should note that:

• Duration of position is at least six months, and interns are expected to put in at least 20 hours per week.
• INSS cannot guarantee that interns will be assigned to research subjects of their choice, but we will do our best to accommodate their preferences. We fully understand that the relationship between the intern and INSS should be mutually beneficial.
• Position tasks range from basic data collection to pure research and publication.

Beyond the customary c.v, applications should include:

1. A short introductory email, which lists expected dates and duration of stay.
2. An explanation of what you hope to achieve in an position, and why you would like an position in Israel.
3. A list of all courses taken that are relevant to fields studied at INSS.
4. Your best writing sample, again dealing with a relevant issue.
5. Preferred research field.
6. Priority will be given to M.A. students.

About The Institute for National Security Studies

The Institute for National Security Studies launches and engages in innovative, relevant, high-quality research that shapes the public discourse of issues on Israel’s national security agenda, and provides policy analysis and recommendations to decision makers, public leaders, and the strategic community, both in Israel and abroad. As part of its mission, it is committed to encourage new ways of thinking and expand the traditional contours of establishment analysis.

INSS researchers are guided by the four core values of professionalism, relevance, intellectual independence, and teamwork. Adhering to the highest standards of research and analysis, they are engaged in exploring the most pressing issues of Israel’s national security, and contribute through creative and innovative thinking to national security policymaking. Professional integrity and intellectual rigor underlie their work at INSS, as they seek to share ideas and learn from one another while retaining their belief in the value of their own ideas.

Website:www.inss.org.il