Policy Research Intern
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Job Description
About the Company
Mingxi is a firm (implied to be a consulting or research firm, given the context of “strategy consulting” and “client-level research tasks”). Its core mission, particularly within the Research Division, appears to be building precise and systematic evidence matrices that support strategic judgment and decision-making. They focus on providing logic-driven, structured insights and visual deliverables to clients by analyzing multi-source information under clear strategic frameworks. The company values deep curiosity, analytical skills, and the ability to shape impactful ideas.
Job Description
• Job Title: Policy Research Intern
• Department: Research Division
• Duration: Minimum 3 months
• Location: Remote / Hangzhou (offers flexibility)
• Role Overview:
Policy Research Interns at Mingxi are crucial in constructing evidence matrices that underpin strategic judgments. The role involves close collaboration with senior analysts to:
• Collect, organize, and clean multi-source information.
• Work under clear strategic frameworks and expert viewpoints.
• Produce logic-driven, structured insights and visual deliverables.
• The core value is to precisely and systematically build evidence matrices that support strategic judgment.
• What They’re Looking For (Qualifications & Skills):
• Strong logical reasoning and the ability to organize complex information clearly and concisely.
• Deep interest in policy research, industry trends, or strategy consulting.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for structured information presentation.
• Familiarity with knowledge management tools like Notion or Obsidian is a plus.
• Keen attention to source accuracy and detail integrity, with a strong awareness of information authenticity and traceability.
• Strong academic background is preferred:
• 985/211 universities (China).
• QS Top 100 universities (international).
• All majors are welcome, emphasizing cognitive structure over specific disciplines.
• What You’ll Gain (Benefits & Learning Opportunities):
• Training in constructing evidence-based research paths aligned with expert viewpoints and analytical frameworks.
• Experience in organizing global policy, industry, and institutional data through structured extraction and tagging.
• Development of logic diagrams and high-density visual materials to support expert judgments.
• 1-on-1 mentorship from experts in strategy and policy research.
• Involvement in real client-level research tasks, participating in the production of substantive outcomes.
• Potential for conversion offers or external referrals for top performers (e.g., Research Assistant, Analyst, or overseas NGO internship opportunities).
• Formal recommendation letters for excellent performers.
• How to Apply:
Mingxi welcomes applicants with strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a deep curiosity for policy and strategic issues.
• Required Materials (in PDF, preferably in English unless specified):
1. Resume (in both English and Chinese).
2. Short Cover Letter or Email Introduction (≤ 300 words).
• Mandatory in English for Language Calibration applicants.
• Briefly explain:
• Why Mingxi’s research excites you.
• What you hope to learn.
• What you can offer.
• Submission Format:
• Email Subject Line: `[Internship Title] + [Name] + [University] + [Major]`
• Example: `[Policy Research Intern] Chen Ming – Fudan University – International Relations`
• Send To: `info@ming-xi.cn`
• Selection Process:
• Initial Reviews: Completed within 7 business days of submission.
• Notification: Selected candidates will be notified by email to proceed to the interview stage.
• Interviews: Conducted remotely, and may include a small task assignment.
• Internship Schedule: Flexible and negotiable, but generally requires a minimum of 20 hours/week commitment.
• Internship Type: All internships are project-based.
• Post-Internship: Top performers will receive formal recommendation letters and full-time offers when available.
