START Internship Application Deadline November 5th!

The deadline for START's Internship Program is fast approaching at 11:59 pm on Sunday, November 5th! Please feel free to share the following information with students and other contacts who you think may be interested in these opportunities.

Why choose an internship at START?

• Experience working with a large team of dynamic and experienced researchers.
• Exposure to cutting edge theories and methods.
• Deepen your understanding of current issues in terrorism and homeland security.
• Work on projects of immediate interest to the practitioner and policy community.
• Hone and develop a range of transferable skills attractive to future employers.
• Opportunity to work with and meet other students and researchers with similar interests.
• Enrichment activities offering wide opportunities for learning and personal growth, schedule includes simulations, career presentations and research talks.
• Mentorship from START staff and researchers in a successful professional environment.
• Internships can be undertaken for academic credit (depending on approval from your institution and department).

General requirements

Applicants for all internships must:

• Have a good academic record.
• Demonstrate an interest in the subject matter.
• Be able to complete their internship work hours on site at START.
• Agree to attend orientation and training. 
• Submit an application by the deadline, all application packets must include:
• A complete application for the correct semester (available at http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships),
• One page resume,
• Cover letter,
• Writing sample,
• Unofficial transcripts from most recent institution.

Each project may have additional requirements, including minimum credit hours, preferred majors and compulsory meeting times. 

How to apply

Application deadline Spring 2018: Sunday, November 5, 2017; 11:59pm

Applicants should visit http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships for access to the application system and instructions.

For more information about the projects, requirements and for the application form visit: http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships