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Opportunities
Open Positions
We have opportunities ranging from research and program support, to editing, to digital and technology.
Internships
CFR offers incredible paid learning opportunities for college and graduate students who are interested in international relations; as well as those interested in a range of areas such as editorial, digital, and communications. Internships are offered on a hybrid basis as well as fully remote and allow student to gain valuable experience through exposure to leading foreign policy experts.
Fellowships
The Fellowship Program offers unique opportunities for qualified professionals with a demonstrated interest in foreign policy to spend up to a year at CFR, in an academic setting, or at a U.S. government agency or international institution. Eligibility criteria for individual fellowships vary, and some are by nomination or invitation only. Please click each fellowship for more information.
One CFR
"One CFR" means we foster unity, encourage open communication, celebrate diverse perspectives, and empower employees to contribute their ideas. This drives innovation within an inclusive environment that values teamwork and collective impact.
CFR Culture
CFR is a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We value enthusiasm, ideas, and drive. Committed to a healthy work/life balance, many positions allow for hybrid work. CFR also offers a wide variety of staff events ranging from lunches with policy experts, professional development opportunities, summer Fridays, and events through our award-winning health and wellness initiative.
Living Our Values
Since its founding over one hundred years ago, CFR’s values—of nonpartisanship, independence, expertise, and engagement—have guided its work as a leading foreign policy think tank, membership organization, educator, and publisher. CFR is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is representative of American society, recognizing that diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds contribute to a broader and enhanced understanding of the world and the United States’ role therein.
Benefits
CFR offers a comprehensive benefit package that is among the best offered by nonprofits today. It includes an award-winning health and wellness program, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, generous time-off, onsite skills-based training, and tuition reimbursement assistance.
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for eligible employees and their dependents
Health and Wellness
Award-winning program includes annual day off for preventive care, onsite gym, and a health fair
Paid Leave Benefits
Generous vacation, sick, and family leave, as well as a “summer Friday” schedule
Retirement Plan
Retirement plan options, including an 8% employer contribution
Professional Development
Tuition reimbursement benefit for classes and foreign language instruction
Pre-Tax Benefits
Flexible spending account for medical and dependent care, and pre-tax transit and parking program
Life and Disability Plans
Generous life and disability insurance coverage
Voluntary Insurance Options
For some, pets are also members of the family! Discounted pet insurance program
Employee Events
On-site and hybrid foreign policy brown bag lunches, employee resource group discussions, and more