Internship Opportunity: Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide (Research) – Apply Before 31 October 2025

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM), a federally chartered and nonpartisan institution established by the U.S. Congress, invites applications for the Spring 2026 Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide (Research) Internship. This opportunity offers aspiring scholars and practitioners the chance to engage deeply with research, analysis, and policy initiatives that address genocide prevention and mass atrocity response.

As America’s national memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, the Museum is dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, education, and scholarship, as well as to confronting and preventing contemporary acts of genocide. The institution upholds the values of dignity, integrity, humility, teamwork, and excellence, fostering a respectful and inclusive environment committed to continuous learning.

About the Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide

The Simon-Skjodt Center’s mission is to alert the national conscience, influence policymakers, and promote global action to prevent genocide and atrocity crimes. The Center works to strengthen civil society responses, raise public awareness, and make genocide prevention a central priority of international policy. Through a combination of research, education, and outreach, the Center contributes to global early-warning efforts and evidence-based responses to emerging risks of mass violence.

Interns play a meaningful role in these initiatives while learning about contemporary conflicts and global prevention strategies. More information about the Center’s work is available through its homepage and the Early Warning Project, which assesses country-level risks of mass atrocities.

Internship Overview

• Position Title: Simon-Skjodt Center (Research) Intern
• Session Dates: January 26, 2026 – May 15, 2026
• Compensation: Paid internship — $16.00 per hour
• Schedule: 20 hours per week
• Work Location: Fully remote, with the option of hybrid work for those based in Washington, DC
• Application Deadline: October 31, 2025 (12:00 p.m. EST)

This internship provides an opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to contribute to high-impact research and policy projects while gaining exposure to international efforts to prevent and respond to genocide and other atrocity crimes.

Key Responsibilities

The Research Intern will assist the Center’s staff and fellows in various aspects of program implementation, including research, policy analysis, and educational initiatives. Specific duties include:

• Supporting projects and activities related to genocide prevention, response, and policy outreach.
• Assisting research initiatives such as the Early Warning Project and the Lessons Learned in Preventing and Responding to Mass Atrocities.
• Conducting research on the dynamics of mass atrocities and policy responses in countries at risk.
• Monitoring and summarizing news developments related to ongoing or potential atrocities.
• Performing literature reviews and synthesizing scholarly work on genocide prevention.
• Preparing detailed notes from interviews and stakeholder meetings.
• Analyzing fatality data and qualitative reports to assess risk trends using tools such as Excel.
• Drafting analytical blog posts, research summaries, and rapporteur reports.

This position provides practical experience in research design, data analysis, and writing for both academic and policy audiences.

Eligibility and Key Requirements

To qualify, applicants must meet the following minimum eligibility criteria:

• Must be 18 years or older and currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at an accredited institution.
• Must have completed at least the first semester of their freshman year by the time of application.
• Must reside in the United States for the full duration of the internship and be able to pass a background check conducted while physically present in the U.S.
• Must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated academic or professional interest in genocide and mass atrocity prevention.
• Experience in research and analytical writing, ideally focused on contemporary conflicts or atrocity prevention.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with close attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in researching or monitoring countries currently experiencing or at risk of mass atrocities (e.g., South Sudan, Syria, Myanmar, China, or Ethiopia).
• Familiarity with social science research methods, as shown through coursework or experience.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret both qualitative and quantitative data.

Application Procedure

Applicants should submit a combined resume and cover letter (in one Word or PDF file) titled with their first and last name. The cover letter must explicitly address both the minimum and preferred qualifications, using examples from academic or professional experiences.

After the initial screening, selected candidates may be asked to provide a 5–7-page writing sample demonstrating research ability on relevant topics.

Interviews for the Spring 2026 program will begin in November 2025, with final decisions communicated by December 12, 2025. Applications missing either a resume or a cover letter will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Applicants are encouraged to review their rights under federal employment laws through the Know Your Rights notice provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Summary

The Simon-Skjodt Center Research Internship offers an exceptional opportunity for students passionate about human rights, conflict prevention, and international policy. Interns gain hands-on experience in data-driven research, contribute to vital global initiatives, and join a mission-driven team committed to learning from history to prevent future atrocities.

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