2027 Summer Internship Program – Science and Technology Career Field – National Capitol Region
Defense Intelligence Agency
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2027 Summer Internship Program – Security Career Field– National Capitol Region
Defense Intelligence Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Washington, District of Columbia
Salary
$46,610 - $85,447
per year
Type
Closes
February 21, 2026More DOD jobs →
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This internship offers college students a summer opportunity in 2027 to gain hands-on experience in security roles within the Defense Intelligence Agency, focusing on national defense and intelligence operations in the Washington, D.C.
area. It involves supporting team efforts to protect the nation through various professional tasks in the security field.
Ideal candidates are motivated undergraduates interested in government service, with strong ethics and a passion for teamwork and mission-driven work.
Key Requirements
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program (eligible for summer 2027)
- U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to address assessment factors
- Demonstrated knowledge in security, intelligence, or related fields through experience or education
- Commitment to core values: teamwork, integrity, excellence, and service
- Ability to reference specific experiences in responses to mandatory assessment factors
- Availability for full-time 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.
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