Research Internship, Fellow Bill Drexel (Summer 2026)

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North America | Aug 4, 2026

About the role

The Hudson Institute’s Office of Industrial Base Growth is launching new initiatives to strengthen America’s defense and economic resilience. This role supports high-impact research and policy development aimed at reducing bureaucratic barriers and enhancing industrial capacity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on defense industrial base policies, supply chain vulnerabilities, and emerging technologies.
• Collaborate with senior fellows and external stakeholders to produce reports, briefings, and strategic recommendations.
• Analyze geopolitical trends, particularly in the Indo-Pacific, Middle East, and Europe, to inform policy proposals.
• Support event planning and execution for discussions on national security, technology, and economic competitiveness.
• Monitor legislative and executive branch developments related to defense modernization and industrial policy.

Requirements

• Background in national security, defense policy, economics, or related fields.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Experience with policy analysis, think tank work, or government service preferred.
• Familiarity with U.S. defense industrial base challenges, supply chain security, or emerging technologies (e.g., AI, semiconductors).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape high-level policy discussions and engage with policymakers, industry leaders, and scholars.
• Access to exclusive events featuring senior government officials, foreign dignitaries, and subject-matter experts.
• Professional development through mentorship and networking within the national security and foreign policy communities.