Spring 2027 Foreign Policy & Communications Internship
Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
Why it’s on our list: Half foreign policy, half communications: you write briefings and design graphics that explain complex issues.
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Duration
- 3–6 months, full-time
- Compensation
- $700/month
- Field
- Policy
Last checked today at 06:25 Application deadline: 30 Oct 2026
About this role
An internship focused on foreign policy and communications in Washington, DC. The foundation mentions support with J-1 costs; whether an external sponsor can be used is not yet confirmed.
“the foundation can cover most costs associated with a J-1 Visa”
What you’d do
- Work with the Foreign & Security Policy program and the head of communications
- Write internal briefings and design graphics that explain complex issues
- Research for events, visitor programs and the speaker series
- Your own capstone project, for example a policy paper or an explainer video
What they look for
- At least two years of university, enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s, or a bachelor’s from the last 12 months
- Experience with foreign and security policy or communications
- Good English; German is not required
- Full-time for 3 to 6 months from March 1, 2027
About Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
The Washington, DC office of the Heinrich Böll Foundation, the German political foundation affiliated with the Greens, working on transatlantic policy, climate and democracy.
How to apply
Check your J-1 Visa for free
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Get the link and your J-1-ready letter
After the check you get the application link and a letter that shows the employer your J-1 sponsorship is covered.
Apply at Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung
You apply to Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung yourself. If Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung makes you an offer and lets you choose your sponsor, we handle your whole J-1 Visa through to your DS-2019.
What to send: US-style résumé, cover letter and a challenge statement (max. 250 words) on a recent development in international relations and one reform you would propose.
Questions about this role
How do I apply?
Do the free J-1 Visa Check on this page. You then get the direct link to apply at Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung and your J-1-ready letter, also by email.
When does it start and how long is it?
Start: March 1, 2027. Duration: 3–6 months, full-time.
Is housing included?
The posting doesn’t mention housing. Ask about it in your application.
What is the deadline?
The deadline in the posting is 30 Oct 2026. Do the check before then, so your J-1-ready letter can go with your application.
Who takes care of the J-1 Visa?
The foundation says it can cover most J-1 costs. Whether you can choose your own sponsor isn’t confirmed yet. Ask once you have an offer. If you can choose, we take care of your whole J-1 Visa.
Can you get my J-1 Visa through for this position?
If it’s legally possible, we get it through. Nobody can promise 100% in advance, but we are very confident. VisaNerd isn’t the employer, the host makes the offer.
Subject to eligibility, sponsor approval and consular decision. VisaNerd isn’t the employer. You apply directly to Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung.