Stories Filed Under “Domestic Politics”

3/7: A Russian Perspective on the Korean Peninsula

The US-Korea Institute at SAIS presents

A Russian Perspective on the Korean Peninsula

 Tuesday, March 7, 2017

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Bernstein Offit Building, Room 500
1717 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20036

A discussion with Mr. Alexander Ilitchev. Given Russia’s historic relations with North Korea stretching several decades, there are a lot of speculations about how Russia will deal with recent provocations by North Korea. Mr. Ilitchev will share his analyses on how Moscow sees Pyongyang recently in the context of the new administration in the United States.

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3/2: Trends in South Korea’s Domestic Politics and Democracy 2.0

The US-Korea Institute at SAIS and the Sejong Society
of Washington, D.C. present

Trends in South Korea’s Domestic Politics and Democracy 2.0

Thursday, March 2, 2017
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The Bernstein-Offit Building
1717 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Room 500
Washington, DC 20036

This event is free and open to the public.

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The US-Korea Institute at SAIS and the Sejong Society of Washington, D.C. present

Thursday, Mar 2, 2017 – The US-Korea Institute at SAIS and the Sejong Society of Washington, D.C. present

USKI-KNDU-INHA CIS Joint Symposium 2017

Wednesday, Feb 22, 2017 – USKI-KNDU-INHA CIS Joint Symposium 2017

Trends in South Korea’s Domestic Politics and Democracy

Thursday, Apr 14, 2016 – Trends in South Korea’s Domestic Politics and Democracy

South Korea’s Demographic Shift: Political and Social Implications

Tuesday, Apr 14, 2015 – South Korea’s Demographic Shift: Political and Social Implications

Seeking Program & Research Interns

The US-Korea Institute at SAIS is seeking program and research interns for immediate hire. Multiple positions are open, duties will vary. Current areas of research include: North Korea political, economic, and social development, North Korean WMD issues, US-ROK nuclear cooperation, US-ROK cooperation in Southeast Asia, US-ROK cooperation nuclear security, US foreign policy to both Koreas, energy security cooperation in Northeast Asia, ROK renewable energy policies, and more. Candidates with a background in security and Asia issues preferred for immediate open positions.

Interns generally are asked to work on a variety of tasks including research assistance, event attendance and reporting, logistical support for events and projects, and other things as necessary. They may work with USKI staff and/or Visiting Scholars on various projects.

Successful candidates should have an interest in Korea and/or East Asia policy and be at least a sophomore in college or higher; graduate students and post-grads are encouraged to apply. Foreign language skills are a plus, but not necessary. Strong writing and editing skillls are preferred. Must be able to multitask, prioritize, meet deadlines, and work well both independently and in small groups.

USKI internships are unpaid and interns are expected to work at least 4 days a week.

To apply, please email cover letter, resume and short writing sample to Michelle Kae, Research Assistant at mkae1@jhu.edu. Only those chosen for interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.