Job Overview
Are you a passionate and driven student or recent graduate eager to make a real-world impact at the intersection of technology and global policy? The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) invites you to apply for our Summer 2025 Technology Trainee position. This exceptional opportunity lets you contribute to critical research and operational initiatives within our dynamic GMF Tech team.
At GMF, we dedicate ourselves to fostering cooperation and understanding between North America and Europe. Furthermore, our GMF Tech program specifically focuses on ensuring democracies lead in the strategic technology competition, addressing challenges from AI and cybersecurity to digital governance. As a premier tech policy internship, this role offers significant exposure to cutting-edge issues.
About This Technology Trainee Role: What You’ll Do
As a Technology Trainee, you’ll:
- Support cutting-edge research on U.S. and E.U. technology policies, digital governance, and emerging tech trends.
- Assist with data compilation, analysis, and report preparation for the GMF Tech team.
- Additionally, you’ll contribute to the logistical and administrative coordination of events, workshops, and publications, furthering your experience in a digital governance internship.
- Collaborate with leading experts and policy analysts in the transatlantic technology space.
- Ultimately, you’ll gain invaluable hands-on experience in a renowned public policy think tank as a global technology analyst in training.
This role offers a flexible hybrid work model, with the possibility of remote work for qualified candidates. Consequently, you can balance your studies or other commitments while gaining professional experience in the nation’s capital as a Summer 2025 Technology Trainee.
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Qualifications for Our Tech Policy Internship
We prefer candidates currently enrolled in or recent graduates of an undergraduate or graduate program, ideally in international relations, political science, public policy, computer science, or a related field relevant to a cybersecurity trainee role.
- You should possess strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities are also required.
- Furthermore, we highly value a demonstrated interest in technology policy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, or transatlantic relations.
- You must have proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Finally, you need the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Applicants must hold authorization to work in the U.S. Please note, GMF does not sponsor work visas for this trainee position. T0 Apply, click the link: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/jobs-search?search=Remote+NGO+jobs&location=usa&lk=8gJP7KT8O56EA7_anlng8A&page=1
Why Join GMF as a Summer 2025 Trainee?
Join a respected non-partisan organization with a rich history of promoting democratic values and international cooperation. This trainee role is more than just a job; it’s a chance to contribute to impactful work, grow your professional network, and develop essential skills for a career in technology policy or international affairs. Therefore, if you’re ready to dive into the world of technology and policy, apply today and become a part of the GMF Tech team for Summer 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About the Trainee Position
Q1: What is the duration of the Summer 2025 Technology Trainee program? A1: This is a temporary, part-time position for the Summer 2025 term. We will discuss the exact start and end dates during the interview process, but they generally align with academic summer breaks.
Q2: Is this a paid trainee position? A2: Yes, the compensation for this trainee role is $17.50 per hour.
Q3: Are there opportunities for remote work or is it strictly on-site in Washington, DC? A3: This position offers a flexible hybrid work model, with potential for remote work for qualified candidates. Consequently, we encourage applicants from across the U.S. to apply for this technology trainee role.
Q4: What kind of projects will I be working on as a Technology Trainee? A4: You will assist the GMF Tech team with research on U.S. and E.U. technology policy, digital governance, emerging technologies, and strategic technology competition. Tasks may also include data compilation, report preparation, and supporting events.
Q5: What are the typical hours for this part-time role? A5: As a part-time position, your hours will be flexible and discussed to accommodate your academic schedule, generally falling within standard business hours.
Q6: Does GMF sponsor work visas for this trainee program? A6: No, GMF does not sponsor work visas for this specific trainee position. Applicants must hold authorization to work in the U.S.
