English Internships

Want to kick off your professional career in a meaningful way? Each year, Brookings provides paid internships to nearly 150 degree-seeking students, and occasionally to recent graduates, with internship cohorts available every spring, summer, and fall. Internships are available in our five research programs (Governance Studies, Economic Studies, Foreign Policy, Global Economy and Development, and Brookings Metro) and in our business units (e.g., communications, finance, human resources). Review Brookings Internship Program Details to learn more about the program, timelines, and expectations.

A Policy Research & TikTok Content Internship at Sutherland Institute is a 24-hour per week paid position. A key focus of this role is conducting research on relevant public policy issues under the supervision of Sutherland Institute's policy team. Translating research into engaging digital content by brainstorming, creating, and helping manage TikTok content that connects younger audiences with the Defending Ideas podcast and other upcoming Sutherland Institute resources.

Apply by October 30 for Writing/Editing/Digital Content/Design internships with church magazines, YA Weekly, and Youth Social Media, and Digital Content. These are great, PAID internships for Winter 2027.

As part of the 2026 English Symposium, seven students shared their experiences completing the English+ requirement.

During the 2025 Utah Legislative Session, I was the intern for Representative Christofferson (D-53). I tracked his bills, organized meetings, and handled most of his correspondence. Throughout those seven weeks, I communicated with thousands of constituents across the state. These interactions taught me so much about writing professionally and acting with intention!

I worked primarily in the Trust's archive, responding to research enquiries, assisting with collections management, and doing independent research. Other tasks included assisting with public tours in Dove Cottage and working with outreach groups, such as universities on study abroad, during their visits to the Trust.