JOIN IPR
Become part of the IE International Policy Review team.
Joining the IE International Policy Review as a writer offers an unparalleled opportunity to develop and showcase your analytical and writing skills from the very beginning of your academic journey. Writers are empowered to critically engage with global issues, contribute to meaningful debates, and propose innovative policy solutions. Whether you’re looking to expand your academic portfolio or make a lasting impact on the social sciences, IPR provides the perfect platform to grow and excel.
WHAT MAKES IPR DIFFERENT
IMMEDIATE
INVOLVEMENT
You can become a writer starting from your first semester at IE, with no membership needed.
EDITORIAL OPPORTUNITIES
You can become an editor from your second year of studying at IE, with no membership needed.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
You will be trained by professionals in the field on how to conduct thorough, high-quality research. You will receive a certificate to enhance your CV.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
Incredible opportunities to network with professionals and peers.
PUBLICATION &
PANNELS
You will have the chance to be published and host panels and discussions based on your research topics.
EUROPEAN
EXPOSURE
You will also have the opportunity to publish in the reviews of our partner universities, gaining recognition across Europe.
BECOME A WRITER
The IE International Policy Review offers you the opportunity to choose between two categories of articles:
Academic Paper
This type of article is a comprehensive academic paper featured in our journal once per semester. When you apply, you will have the opportunity to propose a research topic or choose from the topics we suggest. Once the topic is selected, you will be paired with an editor and receive guidance on adhering to the IE International Policy Review standards for writing and quoting.
- Word Count: Minimum 2500 words, suggested maximum 9500 words.
- Adaptation: You can adapt papers you previously wrote for other classes to meet the standards of the review.
- Policy Focus: Approximately one-third of the paper should address an innovative or past policy tackling the issue you are analyzing.
- Co-Publishing: You will have the chance to co-publish your article with our partner universities, amplifying the impact and reach of your work.
Policy of the Month
This category is published on the IE International Policy Review media channels monthly. If you sign up for this category you will be required to publish at least 2 articles per semester (500-1500 words). The best three articles will be recognized and awarded, with publication in our journal released once per semester.
- Focus: Analyze current world issues, commenting on their development and proposing solutions from a policy-making perspective.
- Topic Selection: You can choose your favorite policy proposal, your own world issue to analyze, or select from the topics we propose.
For information regarding the writing process, read the IPR Student Guidelines, page 7.
BECOME AN EDITOR
As an Editor, you get the unique opportunity to be involved and recognized as someone with a certain degree of experience in writing.
Training
You will be trained to guide your writer through the writing process, providing
suggestions and comments.
Category Choice
You will be able to choose the category you’d like to edit, but final assignments
will be based on availability and the number of writers.
Impact
This role allows you to have a valuable impact, enhance your editing and writing skills, and hold a highly valued position on your CV with a lesser amount of effort.
Collaborations
You will also get the chance to edit the work of writers from our network
universities, providing an opportunity to network with students across Europe.
For information regarding the editor’s role and expectations as well as the editing process, read the IPR Student Guidelines, pages 8-10.
SCIENCE PO COLLABORATION
This collaboration takes a more journalistic approach to research. If you enjoy explaining recent events by tracing them back to their origins, this chapter will allow you to hone your writing skills while staying informed on the latest debates.
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BOCCONI COLLABORATION
This collaboration centers on Technology Law and explores how recent technological advancements have raised new legal questions and social challenges.
If you are passionate about AI, competition law, public law, or are particularly interested in regulating tech giants, this opportunity is perfect for you.
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RESOURCES
Explore essential guides and tools designed to help aspiring editors and writers master the skills needed to excel within the IE International Policy Review team.
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