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    Politics & International Relations Online Research Internship
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    Politics & International Relations Online Research Internship

    by Oxford Scholastica Academy

    Research global affairs with an academic mentor, co-author a political research paper, and present your findings for submission to OxJournal.

    Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy

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    Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Applications open

    Eligibility

    Motivated students; English C1

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 15-18

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    £995

    Duration

    1 month

    Format

    Online

    Application deadline

    Rolling · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

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    PoliticsInternational RelationsHistoryLaw & justice
    Language: English
    Sessions / cadence: 4×3h weekends; ≥3h/week independent
    Mentor model: Academic mentor; maximum 15 interns
    Assessment style: Mentor feedback; peer review; presentation
    Main deliverable / output: Co-authored research paper
    Certificate: Oxford Scholastica Certificate of Achievement
    Time-zone / scheduling model: Fixed UK-time weekend sessions

    Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship summary

    Oxford Scholastica pairs collaborative politics research with academic mentoring. You move from background reading and a focused question to a co-authored paper and presentation.

    The strongest fit is someone who wants to test academic research through writing, feedback and teamwork. Publication support centers on preparing the finished paper for the OxJournal editorial board.

    What is Politics & International Relations Online Research Internship?

    The Politics & International Relations Online Research Internship is Oxford Scholastica's guided introduction to collaborative academic research. Its topic options examine changing global power, the political influence of collective memory, and human rights law. Students investigate case studies and develop an argument with an academic mentor.

    The practical experience follows the making of a research paper: choosing a question, dividing sections, researching, drafting and revising. Small teams combine their work and present findings before preparing the paper for OxJournal submission. Oxford Scholastica runs the program independently and has no formal affiliation with the University of Oxford.

    Why Succeed highlights Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship

    • The four-session sequence connects reading, research design, feedback and presentation into a complete project.

    • Teams of three or four give students concrete writing responsibilities within a shared paper.

    • Mentor and peer feedback create opportunities to improve an argument before final submission.

    • The topics connect political concepts to contemporary geopolitical, historical and legal case studies.

    Who is Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship for?

    Best for

    Students curious about global affairs who enjoy reading, building arguments and collaborating on a substantial written project.

    Not ideal if

    You want paid work experience or a largely passive lecture course, since interns research and draft between live meetings.

    Is Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship worth it?

    This internship can be worthwhile if you want structured guidance through your first academic research paper. Its value comes from developing a question, contributing original work and responding to feedback. Those experiences give you specific material to reflect on when explaining your subject interest.

    The trade-off is that the final paper is collaborative, so the quality of your experience depends partly on teamwork and your own preparation. Treat publication and a recommendation as outcomes with editorial or completion conditions. The provider-issued certificate does not establish a University of Oxford qualification.

    A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    £995; includes 12 hours of academic mentorship., Guided exploration of a research topic., Co-authored research paper and publication support., Dedicated support and collaboration with fellow interns., Graduation ceremony., Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion., Letter of Recommendation for students meeting the criteria., Ambassador Program invitation..

    Dates and time commitment

    1 month; 4×3h weekends; ≥3h/week independent.

    Provider details

    Review the Oxford Scholastica Academy provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    What the student gains

    Potential output: The main output is a co-authored academic research paper prepared for submission to the OxJournal editorial board.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.

    Online support and safeguarding

    The listed topics cover changing global power, history and collective memory in politics, and human rights law. Within a topic, your small group develops a focused research question with mentor guidance.

    What to check before committing

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    How much preparation does Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high, with at least six hours weekly.

    Best started

    Begin comparing topics and drafting your personal statement a few weeks before applying through rolling admissions.

    Main challenge

    Turning shared research into a clear, coherent argument.

    Typical preparation

    • Choose a topic you can explain a genuine interest in.

    • Reserve the live session and independent research time in your weekly calendar.

    • Practice taking concise notes from an academic article and recording its references.

    Useful if

    You want experience reading, referencing and revising academic work.

    What do students do on Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship?

    You work through a research project with an academic mentor and a small team of peers. Each meeting advances the paper, while independent reading and writing connect the sessions.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Meet your mentor, narrow the topic and form a research team of three or four.

    2. 2

      Learn paper structure and referencing, choose a research question and divide the sections.

    3. 3

      Discuss findings, review peers' work and draft your section with mentor feedback.

    4. 4

      Combine the paper, present findings and finalize references and formatting for OxJournal submission.

    Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Applications

    Rolling admissions

    Published admission model; no fixed calendar deadline.

    Reference date

    Global Power in Transition

    8-29 August 2026

    Four Saturdays, 12-3pm UK time, one week apart.

    Reference date

    Memory, Power and the Politics of the Past

    9-30 August 2026

    Four Sundays, 12-3pm UK time, one week apart.

    Reference date

    Human Rights Law - Rights, Protection and Accountability

    9-30 August 2026

    Four Sundays, 4-7pm UK time, one week apart.

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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Ages 15-18 at the start of the internship.

    • Motivated to learn about the chosen subject.

    • Able to speak, read and understand English at C1 level.

    • International participation requires attendance at the scheduled live times.

    How much does Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship cost?

    Program fee

    £995 — Total for one month of research mentoring.

    What's included

    12 hours of academic mentorship., Guided exploration of a research topic., Co-authored research paper and publication support., Dedicated support and collaboration with fellow interns., Graduation ceremony., Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion., Letter of Recommendation for students meeting the criteria., Ambassador Program invitation.

    How to apply to Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship

    1. 1

      Use Oxford Scholastica's application form and select the online study option.

    2. 2

      Complete the application and personal statement explaining your subject motivation.

    3. 3

      Receive the provider's application decision and pay the full fees to confirm an accepted place.

    4. 4

      Complete the Student Information Form before the internship begins.

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    Learning format

    The internship has four live three-hour Zoom meetings on consecutive Saturdays or Sundays, depending on the topic cohort, for 12 hours of mentoring. Plan for at least three additional hours of project work each week, including background reading, research notes and drafting.

    Students are expected to attend every session; alternative work is provided when a particular date cannot be attended.

    Mentorship and feedback

    • An academic researcher guides the group through question development and paper writing.

    • The listed mentor, Arushi Sharan, is an Oxford DPhil candidate in International Development.

    • Arushi's background includes political science, comparative-politics teaching and published policy research.

    • Mentor feedback helps refine findings and improve draft sections.

    • Peer review and a final presentation add further opportunities to discuss the work.

    Time-zone considerations

    • Students can participate from any country if they can attend live.
    • Global Power in Transition meets Saturdays, 12-3pm UK time.
    • Memory, Power and the Politics of the Past meets Sundays, 12-3pm UK time.
    • Human Rights Law meets Sundays, 4-7pm UK time.
    • These August schedules use British Summer Time, UTC+1.

    Tech requirements

    • Use a reliable internet connection.

    • Choose a quiet workspace for live meetings.

    • Connect through the software provided by Oxford Scholastica; sessions use Zoom.

    Assessment style

    Progress is reviewed through mentor feedback, peer review, a collaborative research paper and a final presentation.

    • Discuss background reading and research findings with your mentor.
    • Revise draft sections using mentor and peer feedback.
    • Present the group's findings in the final session.
    • Complete required work, participate appropriately and avoid plagiarism for graduation.

    Portfolio / outputs

    Main deliverable / output

    The main output is a co-authored academic research paper prepared for submission to the OxJournal editorial board.

    • Your drafted section of the collaborative paper.

    • A presentation of the team's research findings.

    • A Certificate of Achievement upon successful completion.

    • A personalized recommendation for students meeting the criteria.

    Politics and International Relations Online Research Internship FAQs

    The listed topics cover changing global power, history and collective memory in politics, and human rights law. Within a topic, your small group develops a focused research question with mentor guidance.

    Expect at least three hours of project work each week outside the three-hour live session. That work includes background reading, research, detailed notes and drafting your section of the paper.

    The paper is co-authored in a group of three or four interns. You divide research and writing responsibilities, review one another's work and combine your sections into a finished paper.

    The finished paper is prepared for submission to the OxJournal editorial board. Publication is a stated program aim, but the FAQs describe a publication opportunity rather than an unconditional acceptance guarantee.

    Successful completers receive an Oxford Scholastica Academy Certificate of Achievement. Students meeting the provider's criteria can also receive a personalized Letter of Recommendation.

    The internship requires a quiet workspace and reliable internet. Oxford Scholastica provides the software needed to connect with the mentor and team; live sessions take place over Zoom.

    Oxford Scholastica runs the internship independently. Some mentors study or teach at Oxford, but the provider has no formal connection with the University of Oxford or other universities.

    Online terms allow cancellation within 14 calendar days of entering the contract, with bank, card or currency losses deducted. If the internship starts during that window, incurred costs may also be deducted; cancellation must be in writing.

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    Sources & verification

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    • Booking Form
    • Terms & Conditions | Oxford Scholastica Academy
    • Online Summer Internships for Students | Oxford Scholastica
    • Online Summer School Dates & Fees | Oxford Scholastica
    • Arrange a Call | Oxford Scholastica Academy
    • Oxford Scholastica Academy FAQs
    • Booking Form
    • Online Politics & International Relations Internships | Oxford Scholastica

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