Kick Start Your Career with the Migration Policy Institute (MPI) Young Scholars Internship 2027: Paid Remote and Washington, DC Opportunities – Apply Now
Kick Start Your Career with the Migration Policy Institute (MPI) Young Scholars Internship 2027: Paid Remote and Washington, DC Opportunities | Apply Now
Migration Policy Institute (MPI) – Demetrios G. Papademetriou Young Scholars Internship Program – Washington, DC / Remote
Complete guide to eligibility, research areas, benefits, and application process
Quick Highlights
Parameter
Details
Organization
Migration Policy Institute (MPI)
Program
Demetrios G. Papademetriou Young Scholars Internship
The Demetrios G. Papademetriou Young Scholars Internship Program is named after MPI's founding president in recognition of his commitment to mentoring and developing the next generation of migration policy professionals.
The programme has two primary objectives: enabling interns to make meaningful contributions to MPI's work while providing practical training and professional development for emerging leaders in migration and communications.
Why You Should Apply
Benefit
Description
Paid Internship
$1,472 biweekly stipend
Remote Options
Work from anywhere
Prestigious Institute
Leading migration policy think tank
Research Exposure
Work alongside MPI experts
Career Development
Practical training and mentorship
Flexible
Full-time or part-time options
Available Research Internship Areas
1. U.S. Immigration
Focus
Description
Asylum & Refugee Pathways
Refugee and asylum policy
Border Management
Border security
Immigration Enforcement
Enforcement policy
Legal Immigration
Legal pathways
Employment Outcomes
Economic integration
Demographic Trends
Immigration and population
2. International Migration
Focus
Description
Migration & Integration
Global migration policy
Refugee Resettlement
Resettlement programs
Asylum
Asylum systems
Labor Migration
Worker mobility
Borders & Mobility
Migration governance
Returns & Reintegration
Return migration
3. U.S. Immigrant Integration
Focus
Description
Early Childhood Education
Young children
English Learners
Language acquisition
K-12 Education
Immigrant education
Adult Education
Lifelong learning
Workforce Development
Employment
State & Local Policy
Local governance
Language Access
Language services
4. Latin America and Caribbean Initiative
Focus
Description
Mixed Migration Flows
Regional migration
Migration Management
Systems
Regional Development
Policy
Integration Challenges
Regional integration
Language Requirement
Spanish proficiency required
5. Refugee and Forced Displacement Initiative
Focus
Description
Refugee Agency
Lived experience
Refugee Livelihoods
Self-reliance
Host-Country Integration
Local integration
Faith in Responses
Religious dimensions
Research Intern Responsibilities
Responsibility
Description
Research & Analysis
Conduct policy analysis
Literature Reviews
Prepare summaries
Research Drafts
Contribute to papers
Event Support
Support MPI events
Hearing Summaries
Summarize relevant events
Administrative Support
Light duties
Communications Internship
Responsibility
Description
Media Tracking
Monitor coverage
Social Media
Campaigns
Visual Assets
Create content
Event Support
Organize events
Migration Information Source
Magazine promotion
Short-Form Writing
Articles
Multimedia Editing
Potential
Eligibility Requirements
Criteria
Requirements
Education
College junior or higher
Communication
Excellent written and oral skills
Experience
Demonstrated relevant work experience
Skills
Foreign languages, quantitative abilities, MS Office
Work Authorization
Required for U.S.-based applicants
Remote Eligibility
Open to non-U.S. residents
Internship Duration and Stipend
Detail
Information
Duration
4 Months
Cycles
Spring (Jan-Apr), Summer (May-Aug), Fall (Sep-Dec)
Full-Time Stipend
$1,472 biweekly
Part-Time Stipend
Prorated
Relocation
Not covered
Application Requirements
Document
Description
CV/Resume
Current curriculum vitae
Cover Letter
Max 2 single-spaced pages
Writing Sample
Max 5 single-spaced pages (English)
Transcripts
Official or unofficial (all colleges/universities)
The MPI Young Scholars Internship offers a prestigious paid opportunity for students and early-career professionals interested in migration policy, research, and communications. With both remote and in-person options, the program provides flexibility while offering exposure to one of the leading migration policy think tanks in the United States.
The multiple research areas—U.S. Immigration, International Migration, Immigrant Integration, Latin America, and Refugee Initiatives—allow interns to develop specialized expertise. The strict No AI policy ensures that applications reflect authentic skills and abilities.
Best Opportunity For
Category
Suitable
Undergraduate Students
Yes
Graduate Students
Yes
Recent Graduates
Yes
Early-Career Professionals
Yes
Migration Policy Enthusiasts
Yes
Communications Students
Yes
Research-Oriented Students
Yes
International Applicants
Yes (remote)
Competition Level
Category
Level
Overall Competition
High
Selection Difficulty
Competitive
Application Complexity
Medium
CareerFlora Recommendation
Area
Details
Internship Value
Excellent
Career Growth
High
Application Difficulty
Medium
Apply Early
Strongly Recommended
Final Call-to-Action
Apply for MPI Young Scholars Internship 2027 before 15 October 2026.
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