The Cohen Group’s China Practice is seeking fellowship candidates to join our China Practice, working with global companies to navigate the increasingly complicated intersection between business and government. The Fellowship is a full-time, paid program with benefits including health insurance. This position may lead to a permanent job within the firm upon excellent performance.
Position Location
- This position is based in Washington, DC.
Minimum Qualifications
- Highly motivated, with strong research and writing skills.
- Strong organizational skills and an ability to multi-task and deliver quality internal and client deliverables in a timely manner.
- Demonstrated emotional intelligence and proven ability to work collaboratively on a team.
- Must have an interest in problem-solving across a variety of sectors and issues, including but not limited to healthcare, pharmaceuticals, industrial manufacturing, chemicals, energy and environment, critical minerals, consumer goods, and technology.
- Understanding of U.S.-China relations, Chinese domestic politics and business, trade and economy.
- Must be willing and able to enthusiastically contribute to both Greater China and non-China client work across the firm.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree (e.g., MA), or equivalent practical experience in, relevant field including Asian studies, international affairs, or political science.
- Experience living or studying in Greater China is a plus but not required.
Job Responsibilities
- Supporting and leading primary open-source research and developing written products to provide clients with an understanding of how economic, political, and regulatory trends impact their global business
- Conducting working-level outreach to relevant stakeholders in support of clients and in response to requests regarding their strategic decisions and day-to-day operations.
- Briefing clients virtually and in-person to offer sector-specific analysis.
- Developing creative ideas to support team members and advise clients on deliverables, including but not limited to political, economic, and regulatory risk factors that impact business interests in China, as well as markets around the world.
- Developing comprehensive qualitative and quantitative briefing materials for clients, including packaging market analysis, stakeholder mapping, engagement strategies, and regulatory developments in visually appealing ways using Microsoft Office programs.
- Tracking and providing analysis of major news developments and broader geopolitical trends for clients.
- Developing research materials supporting TCG’s senior members and internal teams.
- Helping to organize policy events and roundtables that convene policy makers and corporate executives.
- Attending and reporting on events and webinars relevant to client interests.
Compensation varies and is commensurate with skills and experience level.
Base salary (US-based Fellows): $80,000/year – $95,000/year
To apply, please send a PDF version of your resume and cover letter to: TCGCareers@cohengroup.net
Notice for Applicants
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. Due to the volume of submissions we receive, we will only be contacting candidates whose qualifications closely match the requirements of the role and our current client service needs. If you do not hear from us, please note we will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and will reach out should there be alignment with your experience and skills.
Thank you for considering a career with The Cohen Group.
The Cohen Group offers a range of employer-provided benefits. Featured benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) (with capped employer match), paid parental leave, commuter subsidy, and more.
The Cohen Group is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation, and benefits.