National Security Intern Program
Mitre Corporation
MITRE National Security (MNS) supports the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community's most critical needs. We do so from our dual headquarters in McLean, VA and Bedford, MA but also by being embedded with them at over 50 domestic locations and 8international locations. In an ever-changing world, the span of national security concerns we support has grown beyond just physical security but to include the security of our critical infrastructure, computer systems, energy and national resources, political and economic systems, and even space. Our MNS team are experts in the challenges of our sponsors balancing their technical breadth and depth with our exquisite edge to the whole of nation strategy level. We partner with our Innovation Centers who bring that deep technical domain knowledge. Together, our work has real impact in both the shadows and on the battlefield. Pathway to an MNS Career The MITRE National Security (MNS) intern experience is designed to foster the next generation of MITRE mission focused team members. It serves as a direct pathway to employment within MNS. In fact, two-thirds of our MNS recent graduates' hires come through this program. In preparation for full-time employment, you will be exposed to how we: think and serve as trusted advisors to the goverment, play a unique role in the defense community as a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC ), and balance our broad technical experiences with deep understanding of the mission space. This combined with sponsoring your clearance enables you to have impact on day one of your post-graduation career at MITRE. The MITRE National Security (MNS) intern program is a multi-year experience broken into four key components.
- Impactful work for one of many of MITRE's national security sponsors
- Pod-based mentoring, with a few of your fellow interns, from an early career
- Weekly events to include guest speakers, early career panels, lab tours, etc.
- Optional extracurricular activities such as Part 107 drone pilot license course, RF scavenger hunts, learning tracks (AI, data science, or embedded security)
- MITRE Corporation in the United States (McLean, VA) offers the MITRE National Security (MNS) intern program, a multi-year experience designed to foster the next generation of mission-focused team members. The program serves as a direct pathway to employment within MNS,...InternshipFull time
- ...applications for the OSD Honors Legal Internship Program, a 10-week summer opportunity for First and... ...and policy. The program includes exposure to national security matters and high-profile government proceedings. Interns work under DoW OGC or DLSA attorneys and may visit...InternshipSummer workWork at office
- ...fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is... ...skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health, transportation... ...Health, the CMS Programs Division is responsible for... ...applicable federal, state, local or international law.MITRE intends to...InternshipLocal area3 days per week
- ...to participate in the OSD Honors Legal Internship Program. The 10-week summer internship begins May 31, 2027... ...exposure to the DoW OGC and DLSA offices, and a range of national security and administrative law matters. Interns will support research, drafting, and legal policy...InternshipSummer internship
- ...fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is where... ...skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health,... ...Cyber New Professionals (CNP) Program. You'll tackle complex national... ...applicable federal, state, local or international law. MITRE intends to...InternshipWork experience placementLocal area
- ...fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is where... ...skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health,... ...opportunity for experienced program managers who are highly motivated... ...stakeholders. Coordinate across internal and external stakeholders to...InternshipWork experience placementLocal area3 days per week
- Amazon Web Services (AWS) is seeking a Program Execution Manager for Global National Security Programs in Northern Virginia. You will drive mission-critical cloud-enabled programs for the U.S. Intelligence Community and DoD, partnering with executives and engineers to...
- ...Mason University is looking for a Public Policy Manager for the National Security Institute in Arlington, VA. This position requires... ...equivalent experience. Responsibilities include managing policy programs, developing stakeholder relationships, and creating policy materials...Full time
- Guidehouse is seeking a senior professional to support national security programs in McLean, VA. The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph and 8+ years of related experience. You will work across agencies to align efforts, develop executive-ready briefing...
- Galois, Inc. in Arlington, VA, seeks an Industrial Security Team Lead / Senior Facility Security Officer to strengthen our security program and enable national-security research. You will lead a small team, balance strategic planning with hands-on work, and collaborate...
- ...fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is where... ...skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health,... ...shaping clear narratives, aligning internal and external channels,... ...complex organizations, portfolios, programs, or mission areas, including...InternshipWork experience placementLocal area
- Guidehouse seeks a senior program manager to drive national security initiatives across organizational boundaries. You will craft concise briefing materials for executives and align efforts across multi-entity programs to deliver measurable outcomes. The role requires...
- In-Q-Tel in McLean, VA is seeking a Mission Partnerships Intern to translate government partners' use cases into opportunities for... ...metrics. The role offers exposure to the government and national security community, with responsibilities in data analysis, partner briefings...Internship
- CNA Corporation is seeking a Research Intern for the summer of 2027 to contribute directly to national security research projects. You will be embedded in real study teams, handling a self-contained project or supporting multiple ongoing studies, with hands-on experience...InternshipRemote jobSummer work
- Velos seeks government relations interns for the Spring semester at our Crystal City office in Arlington, VA. Part-time or full-time... ...graduate students with interest or experience in defense or national security, federal appropriations, and the ability to obtain US...InternshipFull timePart timeWork at office
- Umbra Lab Inc. in Arlington, VA, seeks a Program Manager to lead a portfolio of national security remote sensing programs delivering mission-critical imagery and data products to DoD and IC customers. You will translate mission needs into executable plans, manage cost,...Remote job
$220k - $260k
...Staff member to lead the development of technology solutions for national security challenges. The ideal candidate will have a Top Secret... ...scientific field. Responsibilities include managing all phases of program execution and collaborating with government clients. A...$143.91k
...is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection... ...special pay rate charts. As a Program Manager (International Planner), your typical duties may... ...other Federal agencies relating to national and bio-national issues. Providing...InternshipPermanent employmentFull timePart timeFor contractorsWork at office$92.4k - $160k
Program Execution Manager, Global National Security Programs Job ID: 10502578 | Amazon Web Services, Inc. Are you ready to make a direct impact on national security through the power of cloud and emerging technology? The AWS Global Government Delivery Organization (GGDO...Flexible hours- ...NRC protects public health and safety and advances the nation's common defense and security by enabling the safe and secure use and deployment of civilian... ...law clerks to serve in the OGC Honor Law Graduate Program (HLGP). Established in 1972, the HLGP is the primary mechanism...InternshipContract workImmediate start
$70k - $95k
...Education Program Manager – Institute for the Study of War The Institute for the Study... ...and educate the next generation of national security leaders. This work is carried out through... ...operations, and wonderful students, interns, and alumni. Required skills, qualifications...InternshipFull timeSeasonal workWork at office$20.9 per hour
...preserving constitutional protections in national security policies. Part think tank, part... ...’s Liberty and National Security (LNS) Program fights to preserve constitutional values... ...appellate courts. The Brennan Center’s interns are integral to all aspects of our work...InternshipHourly payWork at officeLocal area10 hours per week- Office of the Director of National Intelligence’s National Counterintelligence and Security Center in Bethesda seeks an OPSEC Program Officer to lead national OPSEC initiatives, develop guidance, and support IC-wide security improvements. This role involves collaborating...Work at office
- ...Active Top Secret (TS)What You Will Do:We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead the overall contract support for administrative... ...Will Need:An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED \"TOP SECRET\" Federal or DoD security clearanceBachelor's degree.TWENTY (20) or more years of...Contract workFor contractorsFlexible hours
- ...opportunity in their research arm located in Arlington, VA. Interns will collaborate on innovative projects related to emerging technologies impacting national security. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant program and have strong writing and analytical skills. This is...Internship
$20 per hour
...supports recruitment for the TRMC Internship Program (TRMCi) . This highly competitive... ...evaluation (T&E) facilities. TRMCi interns are placed onsite at Department of War... ...hypersonics, and other mission areas critical to national security. Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour...InternshipHourly payDaily paidFull timeTemporary workSummer work- Guidehouse is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to lead Operations Support for a federal law enforcement client in McLean, VA. You will provide executive-level management and oversight of contract activities and serve as the primary point of contact for operational matters...Contract work
$163k - $236k
Lead technical program management to deliver Google Cloud capabilities on strategic US Government... ....Must possess an active Top Secret/SCI security clearance with current polygraph.... ...cloud infrastructure for critical national security customers. Serving as the strategic...Work at officeLocal area$40k - $80k
...Boeing Summer 2027 Internship Program (Paid) - Communications Intern Company: The Boeing Company... ...require the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government... ...regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation,...InternshipPermanent employmentFull timeWork experience placementSummer workSummer internshipRelocationVisa sponsorshipWork visaRelocation packageFlexible hoursShift workWeekend workDay shift- ...fuels work that impacts our nation and improves lives. This is... ...skills strengthen national security, cybersecurity, health, transportation... ...alternatives, assess programs or capabilities, and develop... ...federal, state, local or international law.MITRE intends to maintain...InternshipLocal areaImmediate start
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