Employment & Internships

We seek an experienced Editor in a full-time capacity to work closely with researchers and staff to manage and produce the Institute’s reports, policy briefs, papers and newsletters. The Editor should be able to independently manage the publications process from development through to publication. A proven track record in content and copy editing is needed.

The Asia Program at ISDP offers the opportunity for university professors, researchers, and other professionals with a background in international relations and Asian Studies to spend research time in Stockholm, for periods from 1 to 12 months.

Visiting researchers may conduct research on a topic related to the academic research programme of the institute, or join our projects linked to the various conflicts, complex security and development challenges in the Asian region focusing on Northeast, Southeast and South Asia.

Are you interested in gaining work experience in a dynamic and international environment? Every semester the Institute for Security and Development Policy (ISDP) admits applications for internships from university graduates or students close to completing their degree.

Are you interested in gaining work experience in a dynamic and international environment? Every semester the Institute for Security and Development Policy (ISDP) admits applications for internships from native English speaking university graduates.

Are you interested in gaining work experience in a dynamic and international environment? Every semester ISDP admits applications for internships. Candidates will be able to commit five months of full-time work. Interns will be working on a particular research project, and/or assisting with more general administrative duties, including editing, outreach and preparation of seminars, conferences and other events. 

Are you interested in gaining work experience in a dynamic and international environment? Currently the Institute for Security and Development Policy (ISDP) admits applications for internships from university graduates who are fluent in Mandarin/Chinese.