Research for Intelligence & Security Challenges (RISC) Initiative Openings

The Applied Research Laboratory for Intelligence and Security (ARLIS) at the University of Maryland, College Park, is still accepting applications for the 2023 Research for Intelligence & Security Challenges (RISC) Initiative internship program (May 30-August 4). 

Competitively-selected RISC interns (RISCers) work in teams with mentorship from university faculty and government practitioners, tackling real security and intelligence problems hands-on. Work is primarily conducted virtually, with some opportunities for in-person collaboration and in-person project outbriefs presented the final week. Internship participation includes possible sponsorship for a security clearance and brings the opportunity to be considered for future employment with the U.S. government. 

Please distribute this email to outstanding U.S. citizen undergraduate and graduate students and encourage them to apply for this unique opportunity. The application deadline is Monday, February 6th, 2023. 

We will host our third and final virtual RISC information session on January 20th from 1:00-2:00 PM EST. Interested students will have an opportunity to ask any questions they may have, and hear from past RISCers. Additional details will be posted on the RISC 2023 page.