Research Coordinator

Call for Applications: Research Coordinator – 13-Month Paid In-Person Internship (Immediate Joining)

Position:
Research Coordinator (Intern)

Duration:
13 Months

Mode:
In-Person Only

Location:
New Delhi

Stipend:
₹10,000 per month

Joining:
Immediate

Application Deadline:
September 8, 2025

About GCTC:

The
Global Counter Terrorism Council (GCTC)
is a premier international think tank focused on shaping global policy and strategic responses to contemporary challenges in
counterterrorism, national security, and international relations
.

Founded with the mission to promote peace, security, and stability in the global order, GCTC works to build collaborations between
governments, policy experts, civil society, and private sectors
. Known for its
research-driven approach
, GCTC offers data-backed insights, policy recommendations, and innovative solutions to some of the world's most pressing security and governance challenges.

Beyond counterterrorism, GCTC organizes
high-level conferences and strategic dialogues
on
emerging technologies, sustainable development, diplomacy, and public policy
, facilitating capacity building and cross-sectoral partnerships.

Mission of GCTC:

• Advance India's leadership
  in counter-terrorism, governance reform, and digital sovereignty
• Serve as a
  bridge between policymakers, academia, youth, industry, and civil society
• Generate actionable knowledge
  through policy dialogues, whitepapers, and strategic consultations
• Support
  India's role in shaping a secure, inclusive, and technologically advanced global order

Impact of GCTC So Far:

• 350+ national and international conferences
  convened
• 750+ policy reports and strategic whitepapers
  published
• 300+ senior stakeholders
  engaged across government, military, academia, and civil society
• 15,000+ youth leaders and fellows
  reached through capacity-building and public engagement
• Strategic partnerships with think tanks, ministries, missions, and universities in India and abroad

Internship Overview:

The
Research Coordinator Internship
is a
13-month, full-time, in-person opportunity
based in
New Delhi
. The intern will play an active role in GCTC's policy research, event coordination, and engagement with senior stakeholders.

Top-performing interns will be given preference for full-time positions at GCTC upon successful completion
, should they wish to continue.

Key Responsibilities (Prioritized):

1. Top Priority:

2. Plan and execute
   national-level conferences, seminars, and strategic dialogues
   on security, defence, and governance.

3. Liaise with ministries (
   MHA, MoD, MEA
   ), defence leaders, diplomats, and academics.

4. Handle speaker coordination, content preparation, logistics, and documentation.

5. Secondary but Critical:

6. Prepare
   event reports, policy briefs, and strategic papers
   for submission to government ministries and institutional partners.

7. Track national and global developments in security, foreign policy, and emerging technologies.

8. Assist in post-event documentation, media outreach, and follow-up.

9. Additional Responsibilities:

10. Support research publications, editorial reviews, and digital campaigns.

11. Engage in GCTC's youth leadership, capacity building, and international partnership programmes.
12. Work across verticals to assist with public communication and institutional development.

Eligibility & Qualifications:

• Master's degree (or final year) in Political Science, IR, Strategic Studies, Public Policy, Law, or related fields.
• Excellent research and writing skills; fluency in English is essential.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle high-level event coordination.
• Prior internship/research/event experience is desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite; Canva or design tools are a bonus.
• Willingness and availability to work full-time in person at the Noida office.

What You Will Gain:

• ₹10,000/month stipend
• Ground-level experience in planning and executing major national conferences
• Exposure to senior stakeholders in government, diplomacy, military, and academia
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact national policy discussions
• Preference for full-time roles post-internship
  , based on performance
• Certificate of Completion & Letter of Recommendation

How to Apply:

Send the following documents to
:

• Updated
  CV
• Statement of Purpose
  (max 250 words)
• Writing Sample
  (article, policy brief, or research extract)

Subject Line:
Application for Research Coordinator Internship – Immediate Joining – (Your Name)

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