Internship/Fellowship Application

The Center for International Conflict Resolution (CICR) accepts applications for internships and fellowships throughout the year.   Timing and duration of internships/fellowships are variable, though applicants are encouraged to apply for Fall (September – December), Spring (January – May), or Summer (May – August) positions.

At CICR interns and fellows will become part of a network of professionals, scholars, and practitioners contributing to the resolution of international deadly conflict through research, education and practice.   As a partner, interns and fellows are expected to strive to increase understanding of international conflicts through innovative and collaborative research and be committed to disseminating knowledge about conflicts and their causes.

All applications will be considered on an individual basis.   Internships and fellowships will be granted based on the following criterion:

  1. Availability of positions at the Center.
  2. Candidate’s interest in the field of conflict resolution.
  3. Candidate’s embodiment of Center principles.
  4. Candidate’s demonstrated experience and/or knowledge in the field of conflict resolution.
  5. Symbiosis of Center’s and Candidate’s interests.
  6. Candidate’s ability to fund their internship/fellowship.

A successful application will include all of the following.

  1. Completed background and education information section
  2. 500-800 word essay detailing candidate’s motivation for applying to CICR
  3. Current CV/Resume
  4. Minimum one recommendation letter
  5. (optional) 250 word essay describing one thing not apparent in candidate’s application

Please refer to the Center for International Conflict Resolution’s website for further information regarding the Center, its principles, and its work.   For clarification you may contact the Center at cicr@columbia.edu.

  1. Background and Education Information
    1. Name (last, first, middle)
    2. Current Address
    3. Current Telephone
    4. Email
    5. Permanent Address
    6. Date Of Birth
    7. Social Security Number
    8. Country Of Citizenship
    9. Male/Female
    10. Languages Spoken (Including fluency level)
    11. Undergraduate Education (list all post-secondary education)
      1. Institution
      2. Dates Attended
      3. Course of study
      4. Degree and Date
      5. GPA
    12. Graduate Education (if applicable)
      1. Institution
      2. Dates Attended
      3. Course of study
      4. Degree and Date
      5. GPA
    13. Work Experience (List all work experience, beginning with your most recent employer)
      1. Employer
      2. Address
      3. Telephone Number ( )
      4. Dates of Employment
    14. Special Skills, Certificates, And Professional Associations
      1. Computer Skills
      2. Office Skills
      3. Etc.
    15. Publications And Research Interests
  2. 500-800 word essay detailing candidate’s motivation and interests in applying to CICR.
  3. Current CV/Resume
  4. Recommendation letter

    5. Please submit a brief (no more than one-page) recommendation letter from a former professor or supervisor who can attest to your academic ability and interest in the field of conflict resolution

  5. (optional) 250 word essay describing one thing not apparent in candidate’s application