The Australian Strategic Policy Institute was established by the Australian Government as an independent source of policy ideas on defence and strategic issues. We provide Government with alternative views on key strategic questions, and help inform public debate on Australia’s defence and security. ASPI is a non-partisan organisation supported by both the Government and the Opposition.

FULL TIME POSITIONS

There are currently no vacancies for full time positions.

INTERNSHIPS WITH ASPI

INTERNSHIP POSITIONS

The ASPI Research Internship Program provides an opportunity for recent graduates to acquire practical experience in seeing how strategic policy is developed and delivered to government. Interns will work in a paid research assistant capacity, under the guidance of one of our senior staff. The program offers up to 6 internships per year for a duration of 3 to 4 months each, with remuneration will be equivalent to that of a junior university research assistant. Please note that ASPI does not offer employment under the Public Services Act.

ASPI’s programs are diverse and draw upon a wide range of talents. We seek applications not only from strategic studies and international relations scholars, but also from interested science and economics graduates. Our aim is to nurture the next generation of strategic thinkers in Australia. We want to give you the opportunity to make a practical contribution to developing strategic policy, and in the process, gain some valuable 'on the job' training. An ASPI internship will provide access to some of Australia’s liveliest minds in the field by working with our staff and through observing roundtable discussions with some of the important visitors to ASPI.

Eligibility

ASPI’s research internships are open to Australian citizens who have recently graduated from undergraduate or post-graduate studies in a field relevant to ASPI’s research programs. You will need to demonstrate excellent academic results, strong research skills and be enthusiastic, motivated and able to adapt to the work environment quickly.

UPCOMING INTERNSHIP RECRUITMENT

Round 2:

• Application period: 9 Apr 2012 - 23 Apr 2012
• Internship period: 21 May 2012 - 17 Aug 2012

Round 3:

• Application period: 23 Jul 2012 - 6 Aug 2012
• Internship period: 3 Sep 2012 - 30 Nov 2012

Application

If you would like to apply for any of the above positions please submit a cover letter and a copy of your curriculum vitae, including the details of two referees, to jobs@aspi.org.au. In your cover letter you should outline why you wish to be considered for the position and what qualities and expertise you can offer. Internship applicants should also include a copy of your academic transcript and details of at least one academic referee in your application.