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LKI Research Internships in Sri Lanka

  • Organization: Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute
  • Country: Sri Lanka
  • Degree Level: Bachelor
Internship opportunity Rolling Admissions
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Overview

LKI offers research internships in Colombo to undergraduates and recent graduates in international relations, economics, law and strategic studies, recruiting on a rolling basis.

Eligibility

Current undergraduate students or recent graduates in a relevant discipline such as International Relations, Economics, Law or Strategic Studies.A strong interest in current affairs in Sri Lanka and internationally.Motivation to contribute to high-quality research and to work with a diverse team.

Benefits

An opportunity to build a research and publication record.Practical experience in international affairs and foreign policy.Exposure to professionals working in the policy and diplomatic space.Involvement in the organisation of diplomatic and academic events.Initial internship period of three months, extendable by up to a further three months subject to a performance review.

Required Documents

A one-page motivation or cover letter outlining suitability and availability.A CV of no more than two pages, including the names and contact details of two non-related referees.The application must clearly state the applicant's academic or professional discipline.

Application Process

Apply through the official LKI Google Form at https://forms.gle/eu1oUYgLTgy4ZsSp9. For application issues, general enquiries or further information, contact programmes@lki.lk. LKI recruits interns on a rolling basis throughout the year, so applications are accepted at any time.

The Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute (LKI), a foreign policy think tank based in Colombo, offers internships to undergraduates and young professionals with a strong interest in international relations and foreign policy research. Interns support the institute across research, communications, and administrative functions, contributing to research output and to the organisation of diplomatic and academic events.

Opportunity

Internships (Research)

Type

Internship

Organizer

Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute (LKI), Colombo, Sri Lanka

Country

Sri Lanka

Study Level

Current undergraduates and recent graduates

Who Can Apply

  • Current undergraduate students or recent graduates in a relevant discipline
  • Relevant disciplines include International Relations, Economics, Law, Strategic Studies, or a related field
  • A strong interest in current affairs in Sri Lanka and internationally
  • Motivation to contribute to high-quality research and to work with a diverse team

Fields of Study

International Relations; Economics; Law; Strategic Studies; and related fields

Value

  • An opportunity to build a research and publication record
  • Practical experience in international affairs and foreign policy
  • Exposure to professionals working in the policy and diplomatic space
  • Involvement in the organisation of diplomatic and academic events

Duration

  • Initial internship period of three months
  • Extension of up to a further three months, subject to a performance review
  • Applicants must indicate their availability in the motivation letter

Required Documents

  • A one-page motivation or cover letter outlining suitability and availability
  • A CV of no more than two pages, including the names and contact details of two non-related referees
  • Applications must clearly state the applicant’s academic or professional discipline

How to Apply

Applications are submitted through the official LKI Google Form. For application issues, general enquiries, or further information, LKI directs applicants to contact programmes@lki.lk.

Application Deadline

No fixed deadline. LKI recruits interns on a rolling basis throughout the year.

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