McLarty Fellow, Mexico Practice

Location: USA Washington DC 900 17th Street (McLarty), United States of America

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McLarty Associates, an Ankura Company, is the global strategy firm led by former Clinton White House Chief of Staff Thomas F. “Mack” McLarty, III, former Deputy Secretary of State John D. Negroponte, and President Lee Feinstein. Since 1998, MA has built a team of nearly 100 seasoned international specialists to help corporate and non-profit clients manage policy and government issues around the world. With offices in Washington, Beijing, and Brussels, our people can be found in over twenty countries. In 2022, McLarty Associates joined Ankura Consulting, an independent global expert services and advisory firm. The Ankura-McLarty combination delivers comprehensive solutions to handle disputes, navigate distress, manage risk, address financial and operational challenges, and execute programs that resolve policy, regulatory, government, and diplomatic issues that companies face anywhere in the world.

Position Summary

This position supports McLarty Associates’ Mexico practice - one of ten regional practices focused on strategic advisory services across the firm.  We are seeking a bright, resourceful individual for an entry-level, paid fellowship to support our Mexico practice. We are seeking an individual who can work part-time (20 hours/week) starting in January 2027. This position is based in Washington, D.C. and fellows will be expected to work in-person/in-office.

As a fellow, you will work on a variety of projects with different engagement teams. The program aims to give you exposure to the breadth of our services and client work.  You will work closely with our professionals – Associate through Director – and gain first-hand experience in consulting. Your assignments may involve work in news tracking, political analysis, memo writing, and/or note-taking at client meetings.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Fellows perform a wide range of functions that may include monitoring news outlets; preparing presentations and other client deliverables; conducting research and analysis of economic, political, trade, technology, public policy, international, financial, and business issues; assisting firm-wide communications; assisting professional staff with general office and administrative support; and other duties as assigned.

We are seeking individuals who are

Graduates of a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in International Relations, Political Science, or related field.

Accomplished researchers;

Excellent writers;

Exceptionally organized with an independent and creative nature;

Strong critical thinkers;

Inclined to take initiative and anticipate the needs of the team;

Attentive to details;

Able to operate in a fast-paced work environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality;

Able to remain poised under pressure and juggle multiple projects at a time;

Proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Office 365, and other business applications and media platforms.

Ideal candidates for this position possess an understanding of international politics, economics, trade, government relations, and Mexico’s political, economic, and policy landscape. Candidates must have a robust background, demonstrated interest, and/or experience living or studying in Mexico. Full fluency in Spanish is required (reading, writing, speaking). Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.

Interested applicants must submit an application that includes:

Cover Letter highlighting relevant experience and skills;

Resume; and

Short Writing Sample (no more than 3 pages) demonstrating strong research and concise writing on issues related to Mexico, international politics, or political economy.

Please compile all application materials into one PDF document. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. A reasonable estimate of the current payrate for this internship is: $18.40/hr. This position is not benefits eligible.

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