A wide range of career opportunities is offered by the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is one of the world’s leading foreign policy organizations, for individuals at all stages of their professional journey. CFR hires recent graduates, experienced professionals, and senior-level experts across research, editorial, digital media, public outreach, program management, and technical services.

Location: New York, NY or Washington, DC
Level: Early-career, mid-career, and senior professionals
Fields: International relations, foreign policy, research, communications, technology, editorial work, public outreach

CFR’s David Rockefeller Studies Program is among the largest and most influential foreign policy think tanks in the United States, producing research and analysis that shape policy conversations globally. Several CFR departments and initiatives are now accepting applications for full-time positions in New York and Washington, DC.

Available Positions in New York or Washington, DC

Program Assistant, Fellowship Affairs

Supports CFR’s Fellowship Program, which offers mid-career professionals the opportunity to conduct independent research in New York, Washington, DC, or partner institutions internationally.

Senior Video Producer

Leads the creation of visual storytelling across CFR’s digital platforms, including short documentaries, social explainers, motion graphics, and video podcasts.

Senior Fellow and Director, Maurice R. Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies

Directs the Center’s research agenda on global economic and geopolitical dynamics, collaborating across CFR’s research programs and managing major initiatives such as the RealEcon project.

Available Positions in New York

Assistant Editor, David M. Rubenstein Fellow, Foreign Affairs

Supports the editorial process of Foreign Affairs magazine. Assistant editors often advance into journalism, academia, government, and policy analysis.

Audio Visual Production Coordinator (Event Graphics)

Creates visual assets for CFR events, including Zoom and YouTube design, digital signage, and presentation materials. Assists in AV setup for internal and external events.

Research Fellow, Artificial Intelligence

Conducts research on AI and digital governance as part of the David Rockefeller Studies Program, contributing to CFR’s growing work on emerging technologies.

Help Desk Technician

Provides first-tier IT support across hardware, software, and network systems to ensure reliable technology operations for CFR staff.

Program Associate, State and Local Officials Initiative

Supports outreach programming for elected officials across the United States, facilitating policy discussions and resource-sharing.

Program Associate, Local Journalists Initiative

Supports programming that helps journalists connect local reporting with national and global issues.

Available Positions in Washington, DC

Program Manager, Fellowship Affairs

Oversees operations connected to CFR’s Fellowship Program, supporting activities across Washington, DC, and New York, and managing fellow placements and research support.

Who Should Apply

This opportunity is suitable for:

• Recent graduates seeking research, editorial, or program assistant roles
• Mid-career and senior professionals in international relations, public policy, economics, technology, or media
• Individuals with expertise in foreign policy, AI governance, global economics, journalism, or public outreach
• Applicants interested in contributing to high-impact policy research and public education

CFR encourages applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds.

How to Apply

Find the open positions here. Applicants should click the “Learn More” link under each position on CFR’s careers site to review full details and submit an application.

Returning candidates may check application status through the applicant portal.

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For inquiries, contact: recruitment@cfr.org

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is offering a wide range of career opportunities for early-career, mid-career, and senior professionals in international relations, foreign policy, research, communications, technology, editorial work, and public outreach. Positions are available in New York and Washington, DC, across CFR’s influential programs, including the David Rockefeller Studies Program and Foreign Affairs. Roles range from program assistants and editors to research fellows, technical staff, and senior leadership positions. CFR seeks applicants from diverse academic and professional backgrounds who are committed to contributing to global policy dialogue and high-impact research. Interested candidates can review the full job descriptions and apply directly through CFR’s career links.