How We Train

Program Levels
AILA specializes its training for three target audiences that have varying degrees of leadership and policy experience.

Interns
U.S. and international students pursuing degrees, who support the research of CSIS's various programs for three to six month terms

Programs:

• General policy briefings
• Hands-on skills training
• Conversations on relevant leadership issues

See Debate Series

Young Professionals
CSIS full-time staff, serving in research assistant and/or program coordinator positions, in the beginning stages of their careers

Programs:

• Interactive policy briefings and simulations
• Intermediate skills training
• Meaningful connections to established leaders

See Interviewing History Series

Inamori and AILA International Fellows
Non-CSIS mid-career professionals invited for intensive leadership training to enhance their career path

Programs:

• Concentrated policy briefings
• Professional skills training
• Dialogue on leadership, specifically ethical dilemmas and creativity

See AILA Fellowship