The Adam Smith Institute offers unpaid internships to university students and recent graduates who would like to work at the ASI. These are an excellent opportunity to learn more about the policy making process and the wider free-market movement in the UK.
Our internships are an excellent first step into the world of policy and politics, and many former interns have gone on to work in these areas. They also provide very good experience for a range of non-policy-based careers.
Prospective interns should be available for at least two-three full days every week. Ideally, an internship will last for four to twelve weeks. Please note that summer internships are extremely competitive and candidates stand a far better chance if they can work during the September – May period.
We accept applications on a rolling basis and structure your working hours to allow you to continue your studies while working at the ASI.
Our interns work in either Research or Operations roles. Please specify in your covering letter which role you think you would be more suited to. Interns will be used in both capacities, but it helps to have an idea about the kind of focus that you'd prefer. Interns are expected to carry out office administration duties as required.
Prospective interns should have beliefs that correspond to the values of the Adam Smith Institute. All applicants must be firmly committed to the principles of individual liberty, free markets and classical liberalism.
To apply, send a covering letter to our Research Manager, Sam Bowman, at sam@adamsmith.org, along with:
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