China Research Intern PT - Defense (Hybrid)

Job Description

Job Description

China Research Intern PT – Defense (Remote/Hybrid)

Location: Remote in Washington, DC Area

BluePath Labs is a fast-growing research and consulting company committed to solving complex problems for federal, state, and local government clients. We offer a range of professional, scientific, and technology services. Our specific areas of expertise include business consulting, research and data science, and technology integration.

We are actively seeking a China Research Intern to support open-source research and translation products relating to China's military, defense industrial base, technological development, and foreign policy.

Work Description:

China Research Interns at BluePath contribute to our research and translation work at all stages, including by performing administrative tasks, gathering data, conducting open-source research and analysis, editing reports, proofreading translations, generating data visualizations, and testing software tools. The role is primarily remote, but with a strong preference for candidates local to the DC area so they can join occasional in-person meetings and use equipment at our offices in Georgetown if needed.

Responsibilities: The China Research Intern will support tasks such as:

• Open-source research
• Translation work
• Any other tasks as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen
• Bachelor's Degree
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master's or PhD program
• Strong, near-native Chinese reading skills
• Ability to work 15-25 hours per week on a flexible schedule
• Ability to work independently

Preferred Experience:

• Chinese-to-English translation experience
• A record of publications related to China, especially related to defense and technology
• Familiarity with Python and/or command line-based tools
• Interest in data science and visualization
• Time spent living in China

Benefits:

BluePath Labs offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Benefits include but are not limited to: employer-sponsored healthcare plan, lifestyle & wellness reimbursement, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), tuition assistance, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off for vacation / sick leave, in addition to 12 holidays per calendar year.

About BluePath

BluePath Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. BluePath is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity, professionalism, and resilience. BluePath's extensive experience in Government, Military, Commercial, and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions. Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly, we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly, optimize processes, leverage technologies, and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born, experiments occur, and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of BluePath's culture.

BluePath Labs is an equal opportunity employer.