Atlantic Council Turkey Program – Spring Young Global Professionals Program 2026

📖 About the Program

The Atlantic Council Turkey Program's Spring Young Global Professionals Program 2026 is now accepting applications. This program is an integral part of the Atlantic Council Turkey Program, offering interns hands-on experience in event planning, writing, publishing, and strategic initiatives within a think tank environment.

📅 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: October 22, 2025
• Application Deadline: November 03, 2025
• Category: Internship
• Opportunity Location: Turkey (Istanbul or Ankara)
• Sponsor Organization: Atlantic Council

🎯 Benefits of the Program

Professional Development

• Hands-on experience in a think tank environment, contributing to events, publications, and strategic initiatives.
• Exposure to writing and publishing processes, event planning logistics, and strategic programming.
• Opportunity to conduct research on international affairs, especially US-Turkey relations.

Networking & Collaboration

• Work closely with the Atlantic Council Turkey Program team and interact with senior officials.
• Attend and participate in events hosted by other Atlantic Council programs, expanding your professional network.

Skill Building

• Develop strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Gain experience in digital communications and website management.
• Learn to manage databases, draft formal correspondence, and track media metrics.

Global Perspective

• Engage with high-level forums addressing key issues in energy, economics, security, and defense.
• Contribute to transatlantic engagement and policy discussions.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the program, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Must be based in Turkey, either Istanbul or Ankara.
• Professional-level proficiency in English and Turkish is required.
• Experience working in digital communications and website management is preferred.
• Must be at least a college senior in good standing, a graduate student, or a recent graduate, preferably majoring in international affairs, economics, or a related field.
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week).
• Must have excellent research, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Must work well with others and interact professionally with senior officials.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

🗓 Application Date and Process

• Application Deadline: November 03, 2025
• To apply, visit the Atlantic Council Turkey Program Application Portal.
• Alternatively, you can directly apply via Paycom Online.

This program offers a unique opportunity to gain professional experience, develop skills, and contribute to meaningful transatlantic policy discussions. Don't miss the chance to be part of this prestigious initiative!

• Professional Development
  • Hands-on experience in a think tank environment, contributing to events, publications, and strategic initiatives.
  • Exposure to writing and publishing processes, event planning logistics, and strategic programming.
  • Opportunity to conduct research on international affairs, especially US-Turkey relations.
• Networking & Collaboration
  • Work closely with the Atlantic Council Turkey Program team and interact with senior officials.
  • Attend and participate in events hosted by other Atlantic Council programs, expanding your professional network.
• Skill Building
  • Develop strong research, writing, and communication skills.
  • Gain experience in digital communications and website management.
  • Learn to manage databases, draft formal correspondence, and track media metrics.
• Global Perspective
  • Engage with high-level forums addressing key issues in energy, economics, security, and defense.
  • Contribute to transatlantic engagement and policy discussions.