Intern/Graduate Fellow, Mexico

McLarty Associates is seeking a bright, resourceful individual for a paid internship/graduate fellowship to support our Mexico practice. We are seeking an individual who can work full-time (approx. 30-40 hours/week) from mid-May through August 2021.

Internship/graduate fellowship responsibilities generally include:

• conducting extensive research of public policy, international, and business issues;
• writing memos, compiling biographies, preparing presentations;
• monitoring Mexican and 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 detail;
• able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality;
• able to multi-task and complete tasks in a timely manner whether working independently or as part of a team;
• able to remain poised under pressure;
• proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Office 365, and other business applications and media platforms.

Ideal candidates for this position possess a deep understanding of the economic, cultural, business, and political dynamics in Mexico and Latin America more broadly. Applicants must have a robust background, demonstrated interest, and/or experience living or studying Mexico. Fluency in Spanish (reading, writing, speaking) is required. 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;
• Resume; and
• Short Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages) demonstrating strong research and concise writing on issues related to Mexico, international politics, or political economy.

Please compile all application materials into one PDF document

Due to the current situation surrounding COVID-19, this internship will be remote.

We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.