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The David Rockefeller Studies Program at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is seeking to hire a fellow or senior fellow for climate change, with the title depending on the successful candidate’s level of experience. The fellow will contribute to CFR’s Climate Realism Initiative. The fellow will be expected to conduct original research and writing on topics that may include the geopolitical, geoeconomic, or security implications of climate change and the transition to low-carbon energy as well as climate-oriented trade, technology, and industrial policy, with the goal of informing debates and making recommendations for U.S. foreign policy. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual looking to shape the conversation to prepare the United...
The David Rockefeller Studies Program at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is seeking to hire a Stanton Nuclear Security Senior Fellow. The fellow will be expected to conduct original research on nuclear security policy, which includes nuclear terrorism, nuclear proliferation, and nuclear weapons, and as it relates to nuclear security, nuclear energy. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual looking to shape new thinking and creative policy solutions on the spread of nuclear weapons to unstable and hostile states, the collapse of arms control and risk of conflict between nuclear-armed nations, the importance of nuclear weapons in great power competition, and the impact of new technologies such as AI and quantum on the nuclear balance.
The Program Assistant will support the work of the Corporate Affairs department, which administers the Corporate Program and is the Council’s primary point of contact with the private sector. The Corporate Program raises $6 million through its membership program, which offers a forum for executives from approximately 120 leading global business and financial firms to explore issues at the nexus of business and foreign policy.
The Program Assistant will spend half of his/her time supporting the Managing Director of CEO Programs. The Program Assistant will also support the work of the Corporate Program, supporting the Managing Director of Corporate Member Relations and will ensure the highest level of corporate member...
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit and nonpartisan membership organization dedicated to improving the understanding of U.S. foreign policy and international affairs through the free exchange of ideas. CFR’s Global Communications team works to promote CFR and Foreign Affairs content, activities, and experts via outreach to the media.
CFR’s Communications team is seeking to hire an associate or deputy director, depending on job experience. This role is responsible for leading media relations efforts to promote CFR publications, initiatives, and experts. The position will work closely with the managing director and communications coordinator in DC and with the...
The Deputy Director, Corporate Member Relations will support the work of the Corporate Affairs department, which administers the Corporate Program and is the Council’s primary point of contact with the private sector. The Corporate Program raises over $6 million through its membership program, which offers a forum for executives from approximately 120 leading global businesses to explore issues at the nexus of business and foreign policy.
The Deputy Director will report directly to the Managing Director, Corporate Member Relations, and work closely with others in the Corporate Affairs department and across the Council. This position will work on all matters related to corporate member relations,...
The associate director will support the work of the Open Source Observatory, part of the China Strategy Initiative (CSI). CSI seeks to answer the questions that go to the heart of American China strategy through fresh analysis, granular policy recommendations, and convenings with experts from around the world. Critical to that effort is the Open Source Observatory which will acquire, digitize, and translate vast quantities of Chinese-language material.
The associate director will report to and work closely with the Director of the China Strategy Initiative. Qualified candidates will have related experience in managing Chinese translation projects.
This position is based in CFR’s Washington D.C. office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines...
Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the newly created Director, HR Systems & People Analytics position will oversee HR systems and data strategy for the department. This role will focus on organizational processes and systems that span the employee lifecycle, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, data integrity, and the employee experience.
The Director, HR Systems & People Analytics will evaluate and recommend HR systems solutions for CFR’s current and future organizational needs. The Director will also liaise with payroll and all HR sub-functions including talent, learning and development, and total rewards and be fully integrated into the team(s). In addition, they...
Founded in 1922, Foreign Affairs is the preeminent publication on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy. It is published by the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), which is a leading independent, nonprofit membership organization and nonpartisan center dedicated to producing and disseminating foreign policy ideas.
The Assistant Editor, David M. Rubenstein Fellow has substantial responsibilities and is involved in all aspects of Foreign Affairs’ editorial process. Previous assistant editors have gone on to careers in a variety of fields, including journalism, academia, and government. The position lasts for one year, starting as early as June. The position will be offered on a hybrid...
The Associate Director, Benefits works across all benefits programs at CFR in collaboration with the existing team in both the NY and DC offices. In partnership with the Deputy Director, Benefits and Compensation, the Associate Director manages transactional work for benefits and HR related activities related to payroll.
The Associate Director will be the main benefits contact and a go-to resource for employees in the DC office. The Associate Director will also be the primary leave administrator for the DC office, meeting with employees to discuss the leave process, distributing relevant materials, and providing information to CFR’s third party leave administrator to help process claims.
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The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) seeks an exceptional Newsletter Editor to lead our two flagship newsletters, the Daily News Brief and The World This Week. Reporting to the Chief Digital Content Officer, this newly created role is crucial in establishing the Daily Brief as the indispensable morning read for the foreign policy community. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned journalist and editor with a deep understanding of international affairs, capable of crafting compelling narratives, curating engaging and informative content, and being a player-coach. As part of the Digital team, you’ll work alongside news editors, as well as our audience growth and product teams to create the best product for our audiences. This position, a mix of strategy,...
Founded in 1922, Foreign Affairs is the preeminent publication on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy. It is published by the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), which is a leading independent, nonprofit membership organization and nonpartisan center dedicated to producing and disseminating foreign policy ideas.
Foreign Affairs is looking for a associate editor to join our editorial team. This position is located in New York on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite. CFR’s hybrid schedule is subject to change.
Founded in 1922, Foreign Affairs is the preeminent publication on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy. It is published by the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), which is a leading independent, nonprofit membership organization and nonpartisan center dedicated to producing and disseminating foreign policy ideas.
Foreign Affairs is looking for a senior editor to join our editorial team. This position is located in New York on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite. CFR’s hybrid schedule is subject to change.
Founded in 1922, Foreign Affairs is the preeminent publication on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy. It is published by the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), which is a leading independent, nonprofit membership organization and nonpartisan center dedicated to producing and disseminating foreign policy ideas.
Foreign Affairs is looking for a deputy editor to join our editorial team. This position is located in New York on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite. CFR’s hybrid schedule is subject to change.
CFR’s David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program aims to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.
Within the Studies Program, the Maurice R. Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies works to promote a better understanding among policymakers, academic specialists, and the interested public of how economic and political forces interact to influence world affairs. In April 2024, the Greenberg Center launched RealEcon: Reimagining American Economic Leadership, an...
CFR’s Government Affairs operation is focused primarily on actively engaging members of the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives and their staff to provide timely, relevant, and useful analyses to further inform policymaking at the U.S. Capitol. Through discussion and examination of the critical challenges facing the United States and international community, the program seeks to serve as both a direct resource for Congress and a convener of leading thinkers and practitioners both on and off the Hill in a variety of nonpartisan fora. The secondary focus on this program is facilitating engagement with the diplomatic community and executive branch. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work schedule based in our Washington office.
Foreign Affairs has been the leading forum for serious discussion of American foreign policy and global affairs since its founding in 1922. Foreign Affairs is published by the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), a leading nonprofit and nonpartisan membership organization dedicated to improving the understanding of U.S. foreign policy and international affairs through the free exchange of ideas.
CFR’s Global Communications and Media Relations team works to promote CFR and Foreign Affairs content, activities, and experts via outreach to the media.
CFR is seeking to hire an associate director (or deputy director,...
The Global Communications and Media Relations department is responsible for positioning and promoting CFR and its scholars via the full spectrum of media, marketing, and public relations. The Communications Assistant, based in CFR’s New York office, must have an excellent understanding of international issues, the media landscape, and CFR scholars and content, and how they relate to the news cycle.
This position is based in CFR’s New York office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite.
In an ever-changing world, CFR’s work as a leading nonpartisan resource for information and ideas about foreign policy is more important than ever. At CFR, interns participate in one of the foremost paid internship programs in the foreign policy arena. They do work that matters alongside smart and dedicated staff in a diverse and inclusive environment. Interns are paid a competitive hourly wage while gaining valuable experience through exposure to leading foreign policy experts. They are also offered professional development training as a foundation for future work in the field of foreign policy and international affairs. Internship opportunities are offered through the Blavatnik Internship Program and Robina Franklin Williams Internship Program.
In an ever-changing world, CFR’s work as a leading nonpartisan resource for information and ideas about foreign policy is more important than ever. At CFR, interns participate in one of the foremost paid internship programs in the foreign policy arena. They do work that matters alongside smart and dedicated staff in a diverse and inclusive environment. Interns are paid a competitive hourly wage while gaining valuable experience through exposure to leading foreign policy experts. They are also offered professional development training as a foundation for future work in the field of foreign policy and international affairs. Internship opportunities are offered through the Blavatnik Internship Program and Robina Franklin Williams Internship Program.
In an ever-changing world, CFR’s work as a leading nonpartisan resource for information and ideas about foreign policy is more important than ever. At CFR, interns participate in one of the foremost paid internship programs in the foreign policy arena. They do work that matters alongside smart and dedicated staff in a diverse and inclusive environment. Interns are paid a competitive hourly wage while gaining valuable experience through exposure to leading foreign policy experts. They are also offered professional development training as a foundation for future work in the field of foreign policy and international affairs. Internship opportunities are offered through the Blavatnik Internship Program and Robina Franklin Williams Internship Program.
CFR’s David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks, with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program aims to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.
The research associate will work under the direction of the senior fellow for history and foreign policy. This position is based in CFR’s New York office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days when all staff are required to be onsite.
Under the direction of the Senior Vice President and Director of Studies, the Managing Director oversees the day-to-day administrative and operational functions of Studies, CFR’s internal think tank. This includes staffing, budgeting, and developing and implementing departmental procedures. It also involves working with senior staff outside of Studies in areas including human resources, fundraising, compliance, and outreach.
Objectives of this role
- Partners with the Director of Studies to both drive the creation of high quality, rigorous, and original policy scholarship and to expand the reach and...
CFR’s David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program aims to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.
Slated to launch in early 2025, the CFR Cross-Cutting Climate and Energy Initiative will represent one of the top four institutional priorities of the Council, alongside the China Strategy Initiative, RealEcon, and the technology initiative. The Climate and Energy Initiative (CEI) will harness the full range of CFR’s capabilities to advance impactful...
The Council’s avid David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program’s aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.
The research associate will report to the senior vice president, director of studies, and Maurice R. Greenberg chair. The fellow’s current work focuses on two general research areas: international trade and Latin America. The fellow’s work on international trade focuses on global supply chains and industrial policy, and their effects on...
The Facility Operations Assistant will work in CFR’s Facility Operations department, and report directly to the Manager of Public Space.
This is a full-time position, and the hours of this position are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. However, this position is considered essential personnel, and will be expected to work flexible hours upon request.
The assistant director will support the work of the Corporate Affairs department, which administers the Corporate Program and is the Council’s primary point of contact with the private sector. The Corporate Program raises over $6 million through its membership program, which offers a forum for executives from approximately 100 leading global businesses to explore issues at the nexus of business and foreign policy.
Reporting to and working closely with the Managing Director, Corporate Member Relations, the assistant director will ensure the highest level of corporate member interaction. Qualified candidates will have related experience that requires exceptional attention to
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Assistant to support the Vice President and Chief Digital Content Officer (CDCO). This role is essential in helping support CDCO in the execution of CFR’s digital strategy, which aims to enhance our role as a leader in foreign policy analysis and engagement. The Assistant will play a key role in assisting with the day-to-day operations of the digital department, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring the smooth execution of projects aligned with the digital strategy.
CFR is truly a national organization, with a plurality of its membership based outside of our New York and Washington, DC, hubs. The National Program provides a forum for these members to discuss pressing foreign policy issues and contribute to CFR’s research by organizing approximately eighty on-the-ground meetings each year, as well as two large annual events and interactive virtual programming. The Outreach side of the department is dedicated to raising the profile of CFR beyond CFR’s membership and promoting an informed citizenry through programming and the dissemination of CFR resources. Current initiatives focus on state and local officials; local journalists; college and university educators, administrators, and students; and congregational...
CFR Outreach works to raise the profile of the organization and develop relationships with communities across the United States. Current initiatives focus on state and local officials; local journalists; college and university educators, administrators, and students; and congregational leaders and representatives of faith-based organizations. This position will be the first hire to build out an Outreach initiative geared toward the technology industry and issues at the nexus of tech and foreign policy.
The assistant director will work closely with the National Program and CFR’s Cross-Cutting Initiatives on China, Technology, Climate, and RealEcon to cultivate relations with the technology community...