Intern/Graduate Fellow, Brazil & Southern Cone

McLarty Associates is seeking a bright, resourceful individual for a paid, fall internship/graduate fellowship to support our Brazil and Southern Cone practice. We are seeking an individual who can commit to working part-time from May through August 2024. 

Internship/graduate fellowship responsibilities generally include: 

• conducting extensive research on public policy, international, and business issues; 
• writing memos, compiling biographies, preparing presentations; 
• monitoring regional news outlets; 
• attending and reporting on speeches, panel discussions, and policy forums of interest to the firm and clients; 
• assisting professional staff with general office and administrative support; and 
• other duties as assigned.  

We are seeking individuals who are: 

• accomplished researchers; 
• excellent writers; 
• exceptionally organized with an independent and creative nature; 
• strong critical thinkers; 
• inclined to take initiative and anticipate the needs of the team; 
• attentive to details; 
• able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality; 
• able to remain poised under pressure and juggle multiple projects at a time; 
• proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Office 365, and other business applications and social media platforms. 

Ideal candidates for this position possess an understanding of international politics, economics, trade, technology, government relations, business, culture, and entrepreneurship. Applicants should also have a robust background, demonstrated interest, and/or experience living or studying in Latin America. Applicants must be fluent in either Spanish or Portuguese, preferably both. Preferred candidates will also have experience researching in Spanish, Portuguese, and English, and have exceptional English writing skills. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US. 

Interested applicants must submit an application that includes:

• Cover Letter highlighting relevant experience and skills, as well as workday availability; 
• Resume; and 
• Short Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages) demonstrating strong research and concise writing on issues related to Brazil/Southern Cone, international politics, or political economy. 

Please compile all application materials into one PDF document. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis. Applying early is strongly encouraged.