The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses
to Terrorism (START) is a DHS Center of Excellence based here at the
University of Maryland. We are currently accepting
applications for the Summer 2015 Internship Program.
We are looking for interns with a
wide array of skills and majors (including but not limited to:
Criminology, Communications, Government, International Relations, Public
Policy, History, GIS, Geography, Economics, English, Mathematics, Psychology, Languages and Statistics). Students from any institution may apply and we will
consider current and recently graduated undergraduates and graduates as well.
In addition to the experience gained during their internship, interns
will also receive mentoring, training and are able to participate in a
calendar of professional development activities. START is also willing to work
with academic institutions to enable students to undertake our internships for
credit. Our internships are unpaid and students must be able to undertake their
work hours at START at the University of Maryland College Park, unless stated
in the internship description.
Below is a short summary of the
opportunities available. Please visit our website
for more information and to access the application form: http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships.
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).
General
requirements
Applicants for
all internships must:
·
Have a good academic record.
·
Demonstrate an interest in
the subject matter.
·
Be able to complete their
internship work hours on site at START.
·
Agree to attend orientation
and training.
·
Submit an application by the
deadline, all application packets must include:
o A complete application for the correct semester (available at http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships
),
o One page resume,
o Cover letter,
o Writing sample,
o Unofficial transcripts from most recent
institution.
Each project may
have additional requirements, including minimum credit hours, preferred majors
and compulsory meeting times. For specific requirements and information
visit: http://www.start.umd.edu
How to apply
Application
deadline Summer 2015:
Priority Date: midnight
Sunday March 22nd (Please note this will be the final deadline for
some projects, as noted on our website. All international students must apply
by the priority deadline in order to help ensure that appropriate paperwork is
completed in time for start of the program.)
Final Deadline: midnight
Sunday April 5th
Applicants should visit http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships
for access to the application system and instructions.
For more
information about the projects, requirements and for the application form
visit: http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships