START Fall Internship Applications Open

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism—better known as START—is a university-based research and education center comprised of an international network of scholars committed to the scientific study of the causes and human consequences of terrorism in the United States and around the world.

A Department of Homeland Security Emeritus Center of Excellence headquartered at the University of Maryland, START supports the research efforts of leading social scientists at more than 50 academic and research institutions, each of whom is conducting original investigations into fundamental questions about terrorism.

START is accepting applications for the following fall internship opportunities. Please apply here by June 23rd by 11:59pm EST. 

• ICONS Simulation Internship - Fall 2024
• Targeted Violence (T2V) Research Internship - Fall 2024
• Targeted Violence (T2V) Communications Internship - Fall 2024
• A Geospatial Forecast: Current and Emerging Malign Use of Technology to Threaten Critical Infrastructure and Crowded Spaces Internship - Fall 2024

Interviews will be held and decisions will be made by July 25th, 2024. Notifications will be sent to all applicants of their status on July 26th.

START Summer Internships

 START is now accepting applications for its summer program for 2024.  Includes a $3,000 stipend. Applications are due on March 10th at 11:59 EST. Apply here.

The following projects are accepting applications:

Understanding Domestic Radicalization
Geospatial Forecast: Current and Emerging Malign Use of Technology to Threaten Critical Infrastructure and Crowded Spaces
ICONS Simulation Project

Location: START is headquartered at the University of Maryland, College Park, all internships are in person.

Schedule Requirements: Orientation Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024. All interns are required to attend orientation. You may be required to attend an additional day of orientation on Friday, May 24, 2024. Your supervisor will inform you if you are required to attend both days.

Internship Duration: Thursday, May 23, 2024 to Friday, August 16, 2024. All interns must be able to commit to the duration of the whole program.

Work Hours: All interns must work at least 20 hours per week during the summer 2024 program. Work hours are scheduled from Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Interns may not work longer than 8-hour or shorter than 2 hour shifts.

START 2024 Winter Session Courses

 

START Summer Session Courses

 

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START) Summer 2022 Internship Program

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is now accepting applications for its Summer 2022 Internship Program! We are also very excited to announce that our program now includes a stipend. Students will receive $3,000 for summer semesters, and $2,250 for fall and spring semesters.

The priority application deadline, for best consideration, is on Sunday, March 13 at 11:59pm ET, and the final application deadline is on Sunday, April 3 at 11:59pm ET. We were hoping you might be able to share the information below with any students and other contacts who you think may be interested in these opportunities! 

START is currently offering our program remotely and plans to continue doing so in the summer. Accepted interns may have the option to work in person pending further public health developments, but all will retain the ability to continue working remotely if desired. You can find the most up-to-date information that UMD offers on COVID-19 and campus operations at this link: https://umd.edu/4Maryland.

 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.
• Virtual 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). 

How to apply:

Please visit https://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships for internship project descriptions, qualifications, and the summer 2022 internship application. Interested candidates must submit an application via START's website here.  

Virtual information sessions:

Interested students are encouraged to attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions, the first to be held on Thursday, February 24 at 4pm ET and the second on Wednesday, March 16 at 3pm ET. These sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about the program, explore resume and cover letter tips, and to ask questions. Interested students can sign up for the 02/24/22 session here, and the 03/16/22 session here. 

 

Any questions can be directed to escoll@umd.edu. 

National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) Winter Session Courses

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) based here at the University of Maryland offers fully online summer and winter courses each year, open to any current degree seeking student (UMD and non-UMD) or non-degree seeking individual. Their upcoming winter session is now available for registration. Please reference the flyer below for additional information.

START Spring 2022 Remote Internship Program Now Accepting Applications!

 The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is now accepting applications for its Spring 2022 Internship Program! 

The priority application deadline, for best consideration, is on Monday, November 1st at 11:59pm ET, and the final application deadline is on Sunday, November 14th at 11:59pm ET. We were hoping you might be able to share the information below with any students and other contacts who you think may be interested in these opportunities!

 START is currently offering its program remotely and plans to continue doing so in the spring. Accepted interns may have the option to work in person pending further public health developments, but all will retain the ability to continue working remotely if desired. You can find the most up-to-date information that UMD offers on COVID-19 and campus operations at this link: https://umd.edu/4Maryland.

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.
• Virtual 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). 

How to apply:

Please visit https://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships for internship project descriptions, qualifications, and the spring 2022 application webform. Interested candidates must submit an application via START's website here.  

Virtual information sessions:

Interested students are encouraged to attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions, the first to be held on Thursday, October 21st at 3pm ET and the second on Wednesday, November 10th at 4pm ET. These sessions will provide an opportunity to learn more about the program, explore resume and cover letter tips, and to ask questions. Interested students can sign up for the 10/21/21 session here, and the 11/10/21 session here. 

 

Any questions can be directed to escoll@umd.edu. 

START Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program Virtual Information Sessions

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) based here at the University of Maryland will be hosting two virtual information sessions to discuss our Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program! I am reaching out hoping you might be able to pass this information along to any interested students:

Want to know more about START’s Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program?

Please sign up to attend one of our upcoming webinar information sessions to learn more about START's Minor Program! We will be offering two info sessions this spring, the first to take place on Thursday, January 28th, the second on Tuesday, February 16th. The application deadline for the Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program fall 2021 cohort is coming up on Friday, February 26, 2021. 

The info sessions will be led by START’s Director of Undergraduate Studies, Dr. Thomas Guarrieri and START's Experiential Education Specialist, Eva Coll, who will discuss how the Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program currently works, what students have to gain from their experience in the program, application requirements, and any other questions attendees may have. 

Please register to attend through START's website via the links below: 

• 01/28/21: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-global-terrorism-studies-minor-program-012821
• 02/16/21: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-global-terrorism-studies-minor-program-021621

You will receive an email the morning of the event with detailed information on how to access the webinar in UMD's Zoom platform via a computer or phone.

START Minor Information Session

Event Date and Time

Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 6:00 pm to  Thursday, January 28, 2021 - 7:00 pm

Location

Virtual

Host

National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START)

Speaker

Eva Coll

 

Want to know more about START’s Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program?

Please sign up to attend one of our upcoming webinar information sessions to learn more about START's Minor Program! We will be offering two info sessions this spring, the first to take place on Thursday, January 28th, the second on Tuesday, February 16th.

The info session will be led by START’s Director of Undergraduate Studies, Dr. Thomas Guarrieri and START's Experiential Education Specialist, Eva Coll, who will discuss how the Global Terrorism Studies Minor Program currently works, what students have to gain from their experience in the program, application requirements, and any other questions attendees may have. 

Please register here: https://go.umd.edu/SWK  

START Winter Courses

 

START Internship Program Fall Virtual Information Sessions

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) based here at the University of Maryland will be hosting three virtual information sessions to discuss our spring 2021 internship program!

Want to know more about START’s Internship Program?
Please sign up to attend one of our upcoming webinar information sessions to learn more about START's Internship Program! We will be offering three info sessions this fall, the first to take place on Wednesday, September 30th, the second on Tuesday, October 13th, and the final on Thursday, October 29th.

The info session will be led by START’s Experiential Education Specialist, Eva Coll, who will discuss how the internship program currently works, what students or recent graduates have to gain from their experience in the program, application requirements, and the projects offered within the center that interns will be working on. The session will conclude with a 15-30 minute question and answer period, so please feel free to come with any questions you have about START as a center or our internship program!

Please register to attend through START website via the links below: 

• 09/30/20: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-internship-program-093020
• 10/13/20: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-internship-program-101320
• 10/29/20: https://www.start.umd.edu/events/virtual-information-session-internship-program-102920

You will receive an email on the day prior to the information session with detailed information on how to access the webinar in UMD's Zoom platform via a computer or phone.

Please email escoll@umd.edu if you have any questions about the upcoming information sessions. 

START Spring 2021 Internship Program Now Accepting Applications!

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is now accepting applications for the Spring 2021 Internship Program! Given the COVID-19 pandemic, START is currently planning to offer our spring internship program remotely pending further guidance from the University of Maryland. You can find the most up-to-date information that UMD offers on COVID-19 and campus operations at this link: https://umd.edu/virusinfo. The priority application deadline, for best consideration, is on Sunday, October 25th, and the final application deadline is on Sunday, November 8th. We were hoping you might be able to share the information below with any 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). 

How to apply:

Please visit https://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships for internship project descriptions, qualifications, and the spring 2021 application webform. Interested candidates must submit an application via START's website here.  

Spring 2021 application deadlines:

Priority application deadline: Sunday, October 25, 2020; 11:59pm

Final application deadline: Sunday, November 8, 2020; 11:59pm

Online Summer Terrorism Studies Course (BSST)

Interested in taking an online terrorism studies course? Consider taking one of these 3-credit classes this summer through the University of Maryland's National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START)! These courses are completely online and open to students from all majors and universities.

The following courses are offered online this summer:

Summer I: June 1-July 10, 2020

• BSST338E/638A: Political Assassinations**
• BSST370/638F: Financing Terror and Hate**

Summer II: July 13-August 21, 2020

• BSST338O: School Shooters and Spree Killers
• BSST372/638B: Terrorist Hostage Taking**

Non-Standard Summer: June 1-August 21, 2020

• BSST386: Experiential Learning in Terrorism Studies

**Also available at the graduate level

For more information visit this link or contact the Education Team at START: education-start@umd.edu.

We hope you consider enrolling in one of our summer courses!

START Summer 2020 Internship Program -- Now Accepting Applications

SUMMER 2020 INTERNSHIP PROGRAM NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS Final Application Deadline: March 29, 2020 Program Begins: June 1, 2020   RESEARCH Contribute to research through cutting edge theories and methods.   DEVELOP Hone and develop a range of transferable skills attractive to future employers. LEARN Deepen your knowledge of current issues in terrorism and homeland security. NETWORK Work with and meet other students and researchers with similar interests. EXPERIENCE Professional experience in the counterterrorism/ national security field.   ENRICH Enrichment activities offering wide opportunities for learning and personal growth.  INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES • Communications or Multimedia • Cultural Assessment of Nuclear Intentions of Over-the-Horizon Countries • Geo-profiling Risk Assessment in the United States • Global Terrorism Database (GTD) • International Communication and Negotiation Simulations Project (ICONS)     • Sociopolitical Narratives and Emotions in Eastern European Social Media • State Department/START • Unconventional Weapons and Technology (UWT) Advanced Research • Understanding Domestic Radicalization   Click here for more information and application forms Forward Share Tweet National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism University of Maryland, College Park 301.405.6600 | internships@start.umd.edu Copyright © 2019 The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START). All rights reserved. Update subscription preferences | Unsubscribe from this list