2027 Summer Internship Program – Office Management & Infrastructure Career Field – National Capitol
Defense Intelligence Agency
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2027 Summer Internship Program – Information Technology Career Field – National Capitol Region
Defense Intelligence Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Salary
$46,610 - $85,447
per year
Type
Full Time
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February 14, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This internship offers college students a summer opportunity in 2027 to gain hands-on experience in information technology roles within the Defense Intelligence Agency, focusing on supporting national defense operations in the Washington, D.C.
area. It involves working on IT tasks that contribute to intelligence missions, emphasizing teamwork, integrity, and excellence.
Ideal candidates are tech-savvy undergraduates eager to apply their skills in a high-stakes government environment while prioritizing national service.
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 verbal communication skills to address mandatory assessment factors
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including U.S. citizenship
- Commitment to DIA core values: teamwork, integrity, excellence, and service
- Availability for full-time summer work in the National Capital Region (Washington, D.C.)
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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