The Institute of International Development Studies of the Renmin University of China is recruiting research interns. Successful applicants will have the opportunity of assisting our renowned faculty members to advance research projects under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

Our research projects aim to improve the development of overseas Chinese enterprises and focus on analysing strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and challenges in the course of the BRI implementation. In order to absorb foreign perspectives and non-Chinese points of view into our research, we call for non-Chinese researchers and foreign students in China to join our research team.

The first phase of the project will focus on South Asian countries. In the future, we will gradually expand to other regions.

Available positions:

  • Part-time Researcher
  • Research Assistant

Requirements:

  • From/based in a South Asian country (including India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Maldives, Bhutan) or with relevant experience in the field.
  • Interested or involved in the issues of local development of Chinese enterprises in South Asian countries.
  • Good observational and analytical skills, critical thinker and effective writer.
  • Solid academic training and professional experiences. A background in journalism, economics, international politics, sociology is preferred.
  • Proficient in English or Mandarin as a working language.

 

Responsibility and Payment:

  • Participate in research projects under the BRI framework.
  • Undertake research projects upon approval of your proposal(s) by the institute.
  • Flexible working hours as a freelancer. Possibility to work remotely.
  • Project-based competitive financial payment based on your working hours and contribution.
  • With outstanding performance, you will have the opportunity of obtaining a long-term job offer.

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV in Chinese or English to caiyu3701@ruc.edu.cn. If available, you are encouraged to submit any relevant article/publication you have written.