The National Committee on U.S.-China Relations offers the following internship opportunities. Click to learn more:
General Internship
The National Committee is looking for interns interested in an 18 hour per week commitment. The internship offers an exciting opportunity for current students and recent graduates to learn more about U.S.-China relations, while working directly on programs that impact and inform that evolving relationship. Interns will receive a monthly stipend.
Location: Remote (business hours are from 9 to 5 EDT)
Responsibilities include:
- Research assistance for programs and briefing kits for delegations
- Administrative and programmatic assistance for public events, seminars, and programs
- Translating materials and correspondences (English – Chinese)
- News circulation
Qualifications:
- Excellent research, writing, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to work well and thrive within a team environment
- Academic background in Chinese studies, political science, international relations, or other relevant field
- Knowledge of Mandarin Chinese
- Ability to work 18 hours per week during business hours
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
How to Apply:
Applications for our fall 2025 general internships are closed.
For applications, the following components are required:
- Resume
- Cover letter indicating why you are interested in and qualified to work at the National Committee
- Short writing sample (a published article, academic essay, etc.)
No phone calls please. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
| Important Dates: | Spring Internship | Summer Internship | Fall Internship |
| Term | Jan. 1 – May 30 | May 31 – Aug. 22 | Aug. 28 – Dec. 31 |
| Application Due | Nov. 10 | March 9 | July 13 |
Communications Internship
The National Committee is looking for interns interested in an 18 hour per week commitment. The internship offers an exciting opportunity for current students and recent graduates to join a communications team supporting initiatives focused on U.S.-China relations, while working directly on digital content that enhances and informs that evolving relationship. Interns will receive a monthly stipend.
Location: Remote (business hours are from 9 to 5 EDT)
Responsibilities include:
- Produce promotional content, including social media messaging, video clips, graphics for U.S. and/or Chinese social media platforms, and other digital products as required
- Utilize design and production platforms to edit and create informative content on U.S.-China relations that supports the Committee’s mission and vision
- Collaborate on and contribute to video interview series, podcasts, and outreach to public audiences
- Monitor news items related to U.S.-China relations and global affairs
- Evaluate and monitor content on U.S. and/or Chinese social media platforms, track audience trends and public sentiment
- Conduct research into U.S.-China-related themes, topics, or issues such as AI competition, economic relations, people-to-people and cultural exchanges, or diplomacy to support the creation of digital projects
Qualifications:
- Excellent research, writing, editing, and interpersonal skills, and strong attention to detail
- Creative thinker and willing to learn
- Ability to work well and thrive within a team environment
- Academic background in journalism, digital marketing, communications, or related fields. Chinese studies, international relations, and related fields also considered.
- Familiarity with U.S.-China relations or Asia-Pacific affairs
- Active user of major U.S. and/or Chinese social media platforms, such as TikTok/Instagram or Weibo/Douyin.
- Cultural sensitivity to key political, social, or cultural issues and trends especially in online communities and discourse
- Video editing and/or graphic design skills
- Knowledge of basic design software preferred, such as Canva, CapCut, etc.
- Knowledge of Mandarin Chinese preferred
- Ability to work 18 hours per week during business hours
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
How to Apply:
Applications for our fall 2025 communications internships are closed.
For applications, the following components are required:
- Resume
- Cover letter indicating why you are interested in and qualified to work at the National Committee
- Submit one of the following: original news article, press release, or multimedia product (edited video clip, graphic design portfolio, etc.) with the application for consideration
No phone calls please. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
| Important Dates: | Spring Internship | Summer Internship | Fall Internship |
| Term | Jan. 1 – April 30 | May 31 – Aug. 22 | Sept. 1 – Dec. 31 |
| Application Due | Nov. 10 | March 9 | July 13 |
Intern Testimonials
Caroline Agsten
Interning at the National Committee during this turbulent period in U.S.-China relations has been fundamental to sharpening my own perspectives on the relationship and envisioning the path forward. My internship has allowed me to engage in a variety of projects — both internal research work as well as externally-facing products — that have contributed to furthering the National Committee’s overall mission. I’ve been able to take ownership of my work from inception to completion, as well as be part of hardworking and inspiring teams. It’s been so energizing to work alongside staff members who care deeply about the bilateral relationship and bring different opinions, insights, and experiences to deepening engagement and building mutual understanding.
Matthew Willis
The National Committee was such an amazing opportunity to learn more about public diplomacy and see firsthand how people-to-people connections matter in U.S.-China relations! I got to work on all kinds of projects – from putting together a weekly newsletter to creating two completely new video programs for public education. I received so much encouragement to be creative and take initiative with my work. There are few places that can give you this kind of experience in U.S.-China relations, so please consider applying – you’ll learn so much both from your projects and from having conversations with passionate staffers you work with every day!
Yukun Tong
The internship at the National Committee is an exceptional opportunity for anyone interested in US-China relations and who wants to bring positive changes to the most important bilateral relationship of the 21st century! You will gain unparalleled insights into the current trends in US-China relations and the underlying obstacles and challenges. More importantly, you can witness and learn from the first-hand efforts of fostering dynamic and constructive bilateral relations and the importance of informed engagement and cooperation in US-China relations! The amazing staff and leadership here at the National Committee will ensure you have a thoroughly educational and rewarding internship experience and leave with complete optimism about the future of the bilateral relationship!