The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is accepting applications for the Spring 2019 Internship Program!
START has opportunities for people interested in communications, GIS, Global Terrorism, and much more! Learn more about the different internship tracks here: https://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).
- 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:
- A complete application for the correct semester (available at http://www.start.umd.edu/careers/internships),
- One page resume,
- Cover letter,
- Writing sample,
- Unofficial transcripts from most recent institution.
How to apply
Final application deadline Spring 2019: Sunday, November 11, 2018; 11:59pm
