2027 Summer Internship Program – Information Technology Career Field – Charlottesville, VA
Defense Intelligence Agency
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2027 Summer Internship Program – Information Technology Career Field – Quantico, VA
Defense Intelligence Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Virginia
Salary
$46,610 - $85,447
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This summer internship at the Defense Intelligence Agency in Quantico, Virginia, offers college students hands-on experience in information technology to support national defense missions.
Interns will work on IT tasks that contribute to intelligence operations, focusing on teamwork, integrity, and excellence.
It's ideal for motivated undergrads or grads pursuing IT careers with an interest in government service and 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 data management
- Strong written and oral communication skills to address assessment factors effectively
- Ability to obtain a security clearance, including U.S. citizenship and background check eligibility
- Commitment to DIA core values: teamwork, integrity, excellence, and service
- Availability for a summer 2027 internship in Quantico, VA
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.
You can scroll to the bottom of the page to locate the announcement or click on the “Advanced Search” link and enter in the 6-digit Job Opening ID number in the “Job Opening ID” field.
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