The East Asia Institute (EAI) is offering internship opportunities for current undergraduate and graduate students in its Peace and Security Research Unit.

About EAI
The East Asia Institute (EAI) is a leading independent think-tank located in Seoul. The EAI conducts academic surveys and policy research in which it offers practical solutions and directions on a myriad of issues affecting the Korean Peninsula and the East Asia region as a whole. As an important source of knowledge, the EAI often works in collaboration with government ministries, academics and with other leading research institutions on a diverse range of policy-relevant issues via its vast international network. The EAI was ranked No. 65 among all global think tanks and No. 55 for foreign policy and international affairs studies in the 2013 Global Go-To Think Tank Index Rankings, compiled by The Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program at the International Relations Program, University of Pennsylvania. [Announcement]

EAI Internship Program
As a non-profit research organization, the EAI aims to help develop the next generation of internationally focused scholars and practitioners through education programs. One such avenue being internships that are offered to passionate and talented undergraduate and graduate students, who show promise and a strong desire toward building a career in policymaking and/or academia. EAI interns have opportunities to attend international conferences, seminars, and forums held by the institute. Moreover, EAI offers a weekly intern seminar to provide educational incentives and unique insights into the think-tank world. During the seminar interns have the chance to network with other likeminded students and also receive informative lectures by EAI staff members.

Application Deadline	March 20, 2015 Tentative schedule for interview: March 23-24, 2015 Start date: March 25, 2015
Departments	Peace and Security Research Unit
Department Description	The Peace and Security Research Unit comprises of the national security panel that conducts research on strategies related to Korean diplomatic and security policy, in addition to the Asia Security Initiative Research Center, Center for Chinese Studies, Center for Japan Studies, and Center for North Korea Studies. The Peace and Security Research Unit at the East Asia Institute (EAI), has presented three major strategies for Korean diplomacy, namely ‘complex network’, ‘co-evolution with the North’, and ‘middle power diplomacy’, Since 2009, the unit, with the support of the Macarthur Foundation in the U.S. has conducted large-scale research projects which include the “Northeast Asia Alliance Network”, “Future of North Korea”, “Identity Conflict and Regional Stability in East Asia”, Changes in East Asian Regional Security Architecture and Korean Diplomatic Policy”, and “Middle Power Diplomacy”. The research outcomes have been presented as issue briefings, working papers, EAI reviews, the "U.S.-China Relations Series," as well as in book form. In addition, the unit organizes sessions with government officials to discuss security issues, promotes international scholarly exchange through its "smart talk" forums with renowned overseas scholars, and conducts ‘smart Q&A interview’ sessions with local and international experts.
Job Descriptions	- Basic data gathering for the U.S.-China Relations (UCR) project. - Participation in conferences, roundtable discussions, forums, and weekly intern seminars. - Providing logistical support for institute activities.
Benefits	Although the internship is unpaid and voluntary, aside from valuable work experience in a think-tank, the institute also provides the following benefits for interns: - Paid meals and an individual desk with PC to complete work on. - Official certificate of completion and dependant on performance, a possible work reference for future endeavors. - Opportunities to participate in various conferences and international seminars. - Networking opportunities with renowned professors and scholars in various fields, both from within Korea and abroad. - Mentoring support and advice from all of EAIs highly experienced staff members through educational programs designed by the institute specifically for interns. * Opportunities for further contribution to EAI projects can be identified based on each intern’s relevant background, interests and motivation.
Eligibility	This internship is open to all undergraduate and graduate students who are currently studying political science, international relations, economics, sociology, and public administration. This session we are also looking for an intern who is fluent in Chinese-Mandarin as well as either English or Korean. * High level proficiency in English is a requirement and PC skills are also necessary. The working language of the institute is Korean but lacking this does not preclude an applicant for full consideration.
Requirements	Please send the following documents to patrick.thomsen@eai.or.kr. 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter 3) Application form (Download) * Please put ‘Your name_EAIintern’ in the title of e-mail.
Selection Process	After reviewing applications, we will contact selected candidates individually
Internship Period	Full-time 9:30am - 6:00pm 3 full days per week, preferred, however can be negotiated as university semester is back in session. (3 month is required)
Inquiries	patrick.thomsen@eai.or.kr (No phone calls, please)

We look forward to receiving applications from many passionate and talented students.

Thank you.