About the role#
Systems Planning & Analysis is seeking a Program Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This role supports the Cross Domain Warfare Analysis Portfolio, which focuses on integrated warfighting capabilities across air, land, sea, and undersea domains. You will contribute to policy and strategy analysis for government clients.
What you'll do#
- Support policy and strategy analysis using established capabilities.
- Perform research and analysis to provide clients with timely, objective information.
- Help clients make informed decisions regarding future force capabilities and operational concepts.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program in a STEM field, or a field utilizing STEM experience.
- At least one semester remaining in your degree program after the internship concludes.
- Strong skills in research, writing, critical thinking, and analysis.
- A documented interest in air, land, sea, or undersea warfare and national security issues.
- US citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET-level security clearance.
- Preferred: Enrollment in Operations Research, Data Science, Information Science, or Information Systems programs.
- Preferred: Experience with Python, R, SQL, or similar technical tools.
- Preferred: Experience applying Artificial Intelligence to data collection, processing, or management.
Location & details#
- Location: Alexandria, Virginia.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $23.00 - $33.00 per hour.
- Employment type: Full-time.
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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