The intern will research U.S.-Guatemala relations since the 1970's, examining bilateral diplomatic, political, human rights, defense and security issues. The research will contribute to a broad archive project on the role of the United States in Central America, resulting in publication of a collection of declassified government documents on the subject. The National Security Archive undertakes research projects to enrich the debate on American public policy by making available to scholars, researchers and Congress internal government documentation on a variety of key foreign, defense and intelligence issues. The intern will participate in the project in a number of substantive ways. The position is available immediately.
Foreign students are welcome.
We can give you a hand making housing arrangements. The Archive is seeking applicants with strong writing and research skills, and some understanding of U.S. policy in Latin America. Proficiency in Spanish is helpful but not required. Be prepared to submit a resume, short writing sample, one or two recommendations and a transcript. The Archive's offices are on the 7th floor of The Gelman Library, and applicants are welcome to drop in and introduce themselves.