2027 Summer Internship Program – Mission Management Career Field – Colorado Springs, Colorado
Defense Intelligence Agency
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2027 Summer Internship Program – Information Technology Career Field – Colorado Springs, CO
Defense Intelligence Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Salary
$41,811 - $76,650
per year
Type
Full Time
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February 14, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This internship offers college students a chance to gain hands-on experience in information technology roles at the Defense Intelligence Agency in Colorado Springs, supporting national defense missions through teamwork and problem-solving.
It involves assisting with IT operations that ensure secure and efficient intelligence work for the Department of Defense.
Ideal candidates are tech-savvy undergraduates who value integrity, excellence, and public service, and are eager to contribute to national security.
Key Requirements
- Current enrollment in a college or university program related to information technology or a relevant field
- Basic knowledge and experience in IT areas such as systems administration, cybersecurity, or software development
- Strong adherence to ethical principles and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
- Proficiency in addressing mandatory assessment factors, including specific IT knowledge and skills
- Availability for a summer 2027 internship in Colorado Springs, CO
Full Job Description
We are committed to: Teamwork: Partnering at all levels and across organizational boundaries for mission accomplishment.
Integrity: Adherence to the highest legal and ethical principles in our responsibilities. Excellence: Unrivaled defense intelligence expertise.
Service: Putting the welfare of the Nation and commitment to our mission before oneself. Applicants will be assessed against Qualification Requirements (i.e.
education, language(s), certification(s), experience etc.).
Applicants will also be assessed on their responses to the Mandatory Assessment Factors, which are directly related to the position being filled and are essential for successful job performance.
The responses should reference the knowledge and experience areas listed below. Candidates who do not fully address all the Mandatory Assessment Factors will not be given further consideration.
A reference to the resume itself will be considered insufficient. Major Duties:
DIA employs a variety of professionals who serve throughout the workforce to ensure successful operations.
To view this position’s duties, click Vacancies to be directed to DIA’s online application system. Please make note of the position title and 6-digit Job Opening ID number to which you are interested.
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