Internship Opportunities The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is a nonpartisan policy institute dedicated exclusively to promoting pluralism, defending democratic values, and fighting the ideologies that threaten democracy. The organization was founded shortly after 9/11 by a group of visionary philanthropists and policymakers to engage in the worldwide war of ideas and to support the defense of democratic societies under assault by terrorism and anti-Western groups. FDD combines policy research, investigative journalism, strategic communications, and democracy and counterterrorism education. …
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Cyber & Technology Innovation Research Fall 2026 Internship
FDD Action’s Policy Fall 2026 Internship
About FDD Action FDD Action is a 501(c)(4) advocacy organization that works with policymakers to advance a robust U.S. foreign policy—one that strengthens our national security, counters our adversaries, and supports our allies. FDD Action provides Congress with actionable insights and legislative solutions, including through the NDAA and appropriations processes, to counter China, Russia, Iran, and other adversaries and threats. Our extensive expertise ranges from sanctions and counterterrorism to arms sales, combating antisemitism, and addressing foreign influence in education. FDD …
Policy Research Fellow
Whiteboard Advisors is seeking top-notch fellows to join us part-time (up to 29 hours a week) from September to December 2026. This is a paid internship opportunity for a college student or recent graduate who is motivated to learn more about education and workforce research, advocacy, and communications. At Whiteboard Advisors, our fellows are a valuable part of our team. They assist with policy research and writing, monitor the media for breaking news and relevant commentary, and support the planning …
Community Affairs (Public Safety) Intern
This position supports outreach, engagement, coordination, and internal processes that advance DPS public safety goals agencywide & statewide. The intern works closely with DPS leadership, division staff, and internal and external stakeholders. Projects are assigned and supervised by the DPS Partnerships and Engagement Manager or designated supervisor, depending on division needs. This position provides hands-on experience in planning and logistics, data management, research, qualitative and quantitative analysis, documentation, and engagement support. The internship is designed to build practical skills applicable …
International Organizations Research Fall 2026 Internship
Internship Opportunities The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is a nonpartisan policy institute dedicated exclusively to promoting pluralism, defending democratic values, and fighting the ideologies that threaten democracy. The organization was founded shortly after 9/11 by a group of visionary philanthropists and policymakers to engage in the worldwide war of ideas and to support the defense of democratic societies under assault by terrorism and anti-Western groups. FDD combines policy research, investigative journalism, strategic communications, and democracy and counterterrorism education. …
Economic & Financial Power Research Fall 2026 Internship
Internship Opportunities The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is a nonpartisan policy institute dedicated exclusively to promoting pluralism, defending democratic values, and fighting the ideologies that threaten democracy. The organization was founded shortly after 9/11 by a group of visionary philanthropists and policymakers to engage in the worldwide war of ideas and to support the defense of democratic societies under assault by terrorism and anti-Western groups. FDD combines policy research, investigative journalism, strategic communications, and democracy and counterterrorism education. …
Israel Program Research Fall 2026 Internship
Internship Opportunities The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is a nonpartisan policy institute dedicated exclusively to promoting pluralism, defending democratic values, and fighting the ideologies that threaten democracy. The organization was founded shortly after 9/11 by a group of visionary philanthropists and policymakers to engage in the worldwide war of ideas and to support the defense of democratic societies under assault by terrorism and anti-Western groups. FDD combines policy research, investigative journalism, strategic communications, and democracy and counterterrorism education. …
Turkey Research Fall 2026 Internship
Internship Opportunities The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is a nonpartisan policy institute dedicated exclusively to promoting pluralism, defending democratic values, and fighting the ideologies that threaten democracy. The organization was founded shortly after 9/11 by a group of visionary philanthropists and policymakers to engage in the worldwide war of ideas and to support the defense of democratic societies under assault by terrorism and anti-Western groups. FDD combines policy research, investigative journalism, strategic communications, and democracy and counterterrorism education. …
Middle East Research Fall 2026 Internship
Internship Opportunities The Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD) is a nonpartisan policy institute dedicated exclusively to promoting pluralism, defending democratic values, and fighting the ideologies that threaten democracy. The organization was founded shortly after 9/11 by a group of visionary philanthropists and policymakers to engage in the worldwide war of ideas and to support the defense of democratic societies under assault by terrorism and anti-Western groups. FDD combines policy research, investigative journalism, strategic communications, and democracy and counterterrorism education. …