About the role#
Systems Planning and Analysis is looking for an intern to join our team in Alexandria, Virginia, for the summer of 2027. You will work full-time, on-site, to support senior analysts, researchers, and programmers on critical national security issues. This role focuses on helping the Department of War make informed decisions regarding technology investments, military capabilities, and global policy.
What you'll do#
- Analyze military challenges to identify potential technology solutions.
- Evaluate technology and engineering investments made by the Department of War.
- Assess the military capabilities and technology investments of foreign partner nations.
- Examine global military and technology policy.
- Provide support to wargame execution.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to analyze complex problem spaces using quantitative and qualitative techniques.
- Contribute to senior-level briefings and project deliveries through product development and event support.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor or Master degree program in military operations, national security, international relations, STEM, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of academic or professional experience analyzing military operations or national security.
- Ability to develop research questions, apply analytical methods, and present findings.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Proven multitasking abilities and comfort working in a team environment.
- U.S. Citizenship is required, along with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
- An active Secret clearance or higher is preferred.
- Interest in emerging technologies and their integration into warfighting capabilities is a plus.
- Experience with wargaming, modeling and simulation, scenario development, or concepts of operations is helpful.
Location & details#
- This internship is located in Alexandria, Virginia.
- The position is full-time and on-site for the summer of 2027.
- This is a paid internship.
About Systems Planning & Analysis
Systems Planning and Analysis provides analytical insights for national security programs. The company supports clients in the United States and allied nations through operations analysis, systems engineering, and strategic planning. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, the firm employs over 2,000 people. It operates within the defense and space manufacturing industry.
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