We seek people who have an interest in U.S.-China relations and are driven to help us achieve our mission. Exceptional writing, creativity, research, and analytical skills are essential in our work. Chinese language is a plus but not a requirement. Headquartered in downtown Chicago, we have offices in Beijing and Washington, D.C. If you’re looking for an opportunity to affect real change, join us!
If you are interested in other job opportunities at the Paulson Institute, please submit your resume and cover letter to Cathy Gifford in our HR Department at cgifford@paulsoninstitute.org.
EEO/Diversity Statements
The Paulson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about creating and nurturing an inclusive workplace that promotes diverse ideas and thought processes and all are welcomed, included, valued, and engaged. We truly believe that we will be stronger and able to accomplish our mission only by fostering an environment where everyone, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation or identity, or disability thrives on the opportunity to do their very best work.
University of Chicago Fellowships
Student Fellowships are offered in partnership with the University of Chicago throughout the academic year as well as over the summer session to undergraduate and graduate students interested in public policy, economics, political science, and contemporary China studies. These are paid positions. Students work closely with the PI team on projects which may involve the collection and analysis of economic, political, and other data from the U.S., China, and other countries. Other projects may include assistance in writing, editing, and designing papers for publication.
Students of the University of Chicago should visit Career Advancement’s UChicago Handshake online job portal or UChicago Grad. If there are no Student Fellowships currently listed, please submit your resume and cover letter to Careers@paulsoninstitute.org for future consideration.
EEO/Diversity Statements
The Paulson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about creating and nurturing an inclusive workplace that promotes diverse ideas and thought processes and all are welcomed, included, valued, and engaged. We truly believe that we will be stronger and able to accomplish our mission only by fostering an environment where everyone, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation or identity, or disability thrives on the opportunity to do their very best work.
Internships
The Paulson Institute offers internships in the U.S. and Beijing throughout the academic year as well as over the summer in several different fields of study, including but not limited to public policy, economics, environmental science, and communications. These paid internship opportunities let you gain hands-on experience in an area of expertise while contributing to the work of the Paulson Institute. The internship program is for individuals who have demonstrated the potential for success in their careers.
Students are encouraged to visit their school’s job portal (Handshake, Simplicity, or other career placement site.) If there are no Internships currently listed, for future consideration we invite you to apply here.
MacroPolo Summer Internship Program (10 weeks)
MacroPolo is the think tank of the Paulson Institute in Chicago. We are building a 21st century think tank that integrates thoughtful design, usability and accessibility principles, and technology and data to produce differentiated and creative research products.
Our work spans incisive market-relevant and policy analysis and digital and multimedia assets in the areas of economics, technology, energy, and politics.
We currently have open Summer Internship opportunities for highly qualified undergraduate and graduate students. Our internships are paid and typically involve much more than general research, although there will be some of that.
You will be required to work with MacroPolo experts, the creative team, and leadership on major projects for which you will contribute significantly. It’s an opportunity to not only conduct relevant research but to also gain insight on how to create and execute on products.
You will be involved in team functions and activities and also have the potential opportunity to publish work jointly, as evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
We encourage a diverse set of applicants from different fields—from researchers and analysts to coders and designers and data scientists. Traditional think tank experience is not required.
General qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in or have graduated from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program;
- Ability to write and communicate clearly;
- Ability to think creatively and analytically to research questions;
- Highly proficient in traditional and modern research methods and tools;
- Motivated by new challenges and different approaches to problems;
- Demonstrated intellectual interest in global affairs, political economy, China, and technology and energy;
- Technical skills such as Python, back-end and front-end web development, Adobe creative suite, marketing analytics, data visualization, multimedia production, are preferred;
- Foreign language proficiency, particularly Mandarin Chinese, is preferred but not required.
The Summer Internship usually spans from June to end of August, though specific dates can be determined. Preference for interns to be based in Chicago to work directly with our team but open to other arrangements as current conditions continue to evolve.
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV, writing samples, and other relevant materials to Annie Cantara (acantara@paulsoninstitute.org).
EEO/Diversity Statements
The Paulson Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about creating and nurturing an inclusive workplace that promotes diverse ideas and thought processes and all are welcomed, included, valued, and engaged. We truly believe that we will be stronger and able to accomplish our mission only by fostering an environment where everyone, regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation or identity, or disability thrives on the opportunity to do their very best work.
