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KIP Spring 2025 - Intern - The Cato Institute

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Government & Politics
    Media & Journalism
  • Washington
    Remote

Requirements

  • To be considered for an internship, you must also apply directly through Cato Institutes online application here by October 27, 2024 at 11:59pm ET
  • Cato’s paid internships are for undergraduates, recent graduates, graduate students, law students, and early-career professionals who have a strong commitment to individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace—principles that, taken together, constitute libertarianism, known alternately as “classical liberalism,” “market liberalism,” or, to many of our international friends, just “liberalism.”

Responsibilities

  • Cato interns work in a variety of areas. Some interns work as researchers for our policy scholars including placements with our defense and foreign policy team, health care policy team, constitutional studies team, and many others. Other interns work in operations-oriented roles, including media relations, social media, government affairs, and project management. Others work with our design teams on IT, web design, data analytics, and video production. All Cato interns attend the same intensive seminar series, which covers a broad range of history, philosophy, policy, and professional development topics. Interns also aid with events and occasionally help Cato staff with other day-to-day needs. Cato’s scholars address a wide range of constitutional and legal issues—including federalism, property rights, civil liberties, criminal law and procedure, qualified immunity, civil asset forfeiture, and the Second Amendment, to name a few. Cato expects the judiciary to be the “bulwark” of our liberties, as James Madison put it, neither making up nor ignoring the law but interpreting and applying it through the natural rights tradition we inherited from the Founding generation. The foundations of economic freedom are personal choice, voluntary exchange, and open markets. As Adam Smith, F. A. Hayek, and Milton Friedman stressed, freedom of exchange and minimally regulated markets provide the fuel for economic progress. Without exchange and entrepreneurial activity that is coordinated through markets rather than by governments, modern living standards would be impossible. Cato scholars explore policy reforms that could increase growth by strengthening property rights and the rule of law, safeguarding the value of money, reducing excessive taxes and regulations, scaling back government interference with trade and immigration, and reducing federal spending on programs that harm economic productivity. To achieve the promise of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Cato’s scholars typically take a skeptical look at proposals to expand the size, scope, and power of government. Cato scholars seek to promote a better understanding around the world of the benefits of market‐liberal policies and institutions, openness, and engagement in the global economy, and a principled and restrained foreign policy. Those benefits include notable improvements in human well‐being as countries increase their levels of economic, civil, and personal freedoms. The United States should thus engage the world, trade freely, and work with other countries on common concerns, but avoid trying to dominate the globe militarily. Since 1977, the Cato Institute has been one of the most effective voices in Washington, DC, advocating individual liberty. From media appearances in major outlets, conferences, and book publishing to top‐quality research and engagement on Capitol Hill and with key agencies, Cato has successfully injected the libertarian perspective into mainstream policy debates in Washington, DC, and across the country. Cato’s digital team designs and implements the next generation of Cato’s digital publications and tools - analyzing and visualizing the underlying data for Cato’s research; coordinating Cato’s social media presence; and producing content through graphic design, video editing, livestreaming, and more using cutting-edge facilities and equipment to present Cato’s research products.

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The Cato Institute Spring Internship will run from January 28th to April 18th.

Is this internship paid?

Yes, the internship is paid, with interns receiving a stipend of either $5,500 for full-time (40 hours/week) or $3,300 for part-time (28 hours/week) participation.

What types of roles are available for interns?

Interns can work in various roles including research, media relations, social media, government affairs, project management, IT, web design, data analytics, and video production.

Are the internships only for current students?

No, the internships are available for undergraduates, recent graduates, graduate students, law students, and early-career professionals.

How do I apply for the internship?

To be considered for the internship, you must apply directly through the Cato Institute's online application by October 27, 2024, at 11:59 pm ET.

Will interns receive professional development training during the program?

Yes, interns will participate in virtual professional development sessions hosted by Stand Together Fellowships every Thursday, where they will be mentored by seasoned professionals.

Are there specific deadlines I need to be aware of?

Yes, applicants must submit their application to the Cato Institute by October 27, 2024, at 11:59 pm ET.

Can I choose my specific departmental placement?

Interns will be assigned to intern placements based on their applications and interests, with over 30 different departmental options available to explore.

What is the Cato Institute’s primary mission?

The Cato Institute is dedicated to the principles of individual liberty, limited government, free markets, and peace, conducting nonpartisan research on a wide range of policy issues.

Is there an enrollment limit for the internship?

The internship may be competitive, and applicants are encouraged to apply early to secure consideration.

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Employees
2003
Founded Year

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