Internships Available at The Millennium Project

Are you passionate about shaping the future? The Millennium Project offers internship program offers unique opportunities for individuals eager to make a meaningful impact on global futures research. Internships can range from several months to a year, and are available as either full-time or part-time roles (minimum 20 hours per week).

Internships can be conducted:

  • In-person at our Washington, DC office or at one of our global Nodes.
  • As a tele-internship, where you work remotely and collaborate online.

If you wish to intern with one of our Nodes, you must be fluent in the local language and apply directly to the Node Chair. For more information on Nodes and their contact details, visit our Nodes page.

What Interns Do

Interns at The Millennium Project engage in a variety of tasks, gaining hands-on experience in futures research and global policymaking. Areas of work include:

1. Contributing to the 15 Global Challenges

  • Updating and enhancing briefing situation charts.
  • Analyzing text and future implications of current events.
  • Identifying resources such as books, models, websites, and videos.
  • Collaborating with leading experts.

2. Public Relations and Communications

  • Developing strategies to connect people, ideas, and resources for better decision-making.

3. Futures Research Projects

  • Supporting ongoing research on topics like:
    • AI governance.
    • Information warfare countermeasures.
    • Future work and technology strategies.
    • Environmental security.
    • Global scenarios.
    • Identifying leading minds in various fields.

4. Methodological Contributions

5. General Support

  • Assisting the CEO with tasks like:
    • Creating and improving PowerPoint graphics.
    • Monitoring project listservs.
    • Data entry and proofreading.
    • Reviewing software for potential project applications.

Internship Locations

  • Washington, DC Office: Interns work directly with the central team.
  • Node Offices Worldwide: Contact the Node Chair directly if interested in interning at a specific location. You must be fluent in the Node’s local language.
  • Tele-Internships: Work remotely from your own location, staying in touch via the Internet.

Who Should Apply?

The internship program is tailored to the unique skills and interests of each intern. We are looking for:

  • Creative self-starters who work well independently.
  • Individuals eager to identify and develop new possibilities within reasonable limits.
  • Preference is given to:
    • Graduate students.
    • Individuals pursuing a mid-career change.
    • Applicants who can commit to full-time roles.

Additional Details

  • Unpaid Opportunity: While the internship is unpaid, most interns:
    • Receive academic credit from their universities.
    • Use the experience to secure jobs or admission to advanced graduate programs.
  • The program is designed to benefit both the organization and the intern, fostering mutual growth.

How to Apply

Before applying, please explore the rest of our website to better understand our mission and work. When ready, email the following to Jerome Glenn:

  1. Your resume/CV.
  2. A cover letter detailing:
    • What you would like to work on.
    • Your preferred start and end dates.
    • Whether you are interested in a full-time or part-time internship (preference is given to full-time applicants).

If you do not receive a response within two weeks, please resend your application.

A Note from Jerome C. Glenn, Executive Director

“We recognize that each intern brings unique skills and perspectives. We structure the program to align your interests with our organizational needs. If you’re ready to make an impact on the future, we encourage you to apply!”