Summer 2026 Undergraduate Intern, National Security Project

Hybrid-New York City

About the Role
The ACLU seeks an Undergraduate Intern in the National Security Project of the ACLU’s National office in New York City. This position is hybrid.

Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated undergraduate students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship.

The Team:
The National Security Project fights for people and communities harmed by the government in the name of national security. Recognizing the danger of expansive claims of state power, we advocate for a robust system of checks and balances and for policies that comply with the Constitution, civil liberties, and human rights. Through the courts, Congress, and public education, we strive to ensure that people are able to participate fully in civic life and are free from discrimination, unwarranted suspicion and surveillance, unlawful force and detention, and the stigma and other injustices that result from these abuses.

What You’ll Do:
The National Security Project’s Undergraduate Intern will be responsible for a wide range of administrative and substantive tasks to support our litigation and advocacy efforts in the national security context.

Your Day to Day:

• Reviewing and logging government documents in National Security Project online databases
• Organizing and archiving case files
• Conducting factual research

What You’ll Bring:

• Completion of at least three years of an undergraduate degree program prior to the internship start date
• Strong interest in human rights and civil liberties issues
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Strong computer and web-based research skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Initiative to see projects through to completion
• Preferred: Experience, through personal connection or work experience, working with historically marginalized communities whose civil rights and liberties are harmed by discriminatory or abusive national security policies

Future ACLU’ers Will:

• Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
• Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives
• Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts

Internship Logistics

• Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship is hybrid and based in our New York City office.
• Time Commitment: Summer internships require a full time (35 hour/week) commitment.
• Internship Duration: Summer internships span 10 consecutive weeks with a start date of May 26 or June 8.
• Stipend: A stipend is available for those students who are lawfully authorized to work. Undergraduate interns receive a stipend amount $20/hour (stipends are taxed)
• Priority Application Deadline: October 19, 2025

While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting.

Spring 2026 Undergraduate Intern, Cross Divisional Team- National Political Advocacy Department

Hybrid-Washington D.C.

The ACLU seeks an Undergraduate Intern for the Cross-Divisional team of the National Political Advocacy Department of the ACLU’s National office in Washington D.C. This internship is hybrid.

Qualifying applicants must currently be matriculated undergraduate students and must be based in the U.S. for the entire duration of the internship. 

The Team:

The National Political Advocacy Department (NPAD) builds power to achieve an accountable, representative democracy. We have ambitious goals across Reproductive Freedom, Democracy and Voting Rights, Systemic Equality, Immigration, Trans Justice, Criminal Justice and other core issues to protect and expand civil rights and civil liberties, and advance the freedom, equality, ability to prosper, and humanity of all People.

Our department conducts analysis, develops policy, crafts world class campaigns and situates the ACLU to have impact across legislative, administrative, and electoral levers. We are policy experts, lawyers, community organizers, lobbyists, campaign strategists, electoral specialists, program managers and more. We partner across the ACLU to drive national efforts, and support and amplify the priorities of our affiliates. We work to center principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in our approach.

The Cross-Divisional team is responsible for managing large scale, department wide projects including the ACLU’s Candidate Race and Ballot Initiative work on key issue areas.

What You’ll Do:

The intern will be responsible for supporting the Senior Strategist of Special Projects, with ongoing cross-department programs that include, but are not limited to, large-scale activations, in person convenings, strategic collaboration coordination, and more.

Your Day to Day

• Driving innovation: Work with senior strategist to think and drive innovative solutions to ACLU’s complex political projects.
• Project management support: Aid in project planning, tracking milestones, and editing relevant project documents.
• Event Coordination: Assist in planning, logistics, and on-site/remote management of NPAD events.
• Research and writing: Supporting senior strategist with research, writing, and design to better prepare strategic coordination projects.

What You’ll Bring:

• Proactive Learning: Being proactive in seeking out opportunities to learn and grow is key in a fast-paced environment. Interns should demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to take on new challenges. This includes asking for feedback, seeking out resources, and continuously improving their skills.
• Time Management: Prioritizing tasks, managing deadlines, and staying organized are essential. Interns should be able to balance multiple responsibilities efficiently and effectively allocate their time and resources.
• Critical Thinking: Interns should possess strong critical thinking skills to analyze problems, evaluate information, and make effective decisions under pressure. This involves being able to identify patterns and propose innovative solutions.
• Adaptability: The ability to quickly adjust to new situations, tasks, and environments is crucial. This includes being flexible with changing priorities, processes, and methods.

Future ACLU-ers Will:

• Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU
• Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives
• Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflict

Internship Logistics:

• Location: Our internship program offers a limited number of remote or hybrid intern positions. This internship is full-time and hybrid from our Washington D.C. office.
• Time Commitment: Full-time (35 hours/week)
• Internship Duration: Full-time internships span 10 consecutive weeks. This internship has a start date of: January 12th or January 26th
• Stipend: A stipend is available for students who are lawfully authorized to work. Arrangements can be made with educational institutions for work/study or course credit.
• Below are the stipend rates:
  • $20/hr for undergraduate students or equivalent experience
  • $24/hr for graduate and law students or equivalent experience

Priority Application Deadline: October 31st, 2025

While there is a priority deadline, our project is committed to reviewing all applications on a rolling basis until the closing of posting.

2026 Summer Internship – Enterprise Protective Services, Threat Intelligence

remote type: Hybrid

locations: Charlotte, NC

time type: Full time

end date: November 15, 2025

job requisition id: R37077

Important Application Submission Information

In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Friday, November 14, 2025

The Enterprise Protective Services (EPS), Threat Intelligence, Summer Internship is Duke Energy’s professional development program designed for currently enrolled college students seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in critical infrastructure protection and threat intelligence operations at a major U.S. energy company.

EPS Threat Intelligence Summer Interns will participate in compelling business and security projects while gaining invaluable hands-on experience. They will develop familiarity with the organization and company operations through networking with fellow interns and senior-level employees, while honing skills for practical future application.

Internship Opportunities

Interns in this position will have the opportunity to:

• Conduct open-source intelligence (OSINT) research to identify threats to Duke Energy/U.S. energy sector
• Conduct data collation and processing
• Participate in structured analysis to fully understand security risks
• Create requirements-driven intelligence products to protect critical infrastructure
• Gain exposure to regulatory compliance for critical infrastructure protection

Basic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a 4-year degree program with a major in Criminal Justice, National Security, Intelligence, or related field
• Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75

Desired Qualifications

• Cumulative GPA of at least 3.0
• Leadership potential or demonstrated skills through extracurricular activities
• Ability to excel in various roles
• Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in team settings
• Community service or volunteer experience
• Self-driven, motivated, and proactive approach
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent critical thinking skills

Working Conditions

• Hybrid work environment – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations following the onboarding period. Hybrid employees should live within reasonable commuting distance to Charlotte, NC, University Area
• Minimal to no travel required

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

Security Data Analyst Intern

Job Id  R-01328062
Job Type  Full time

Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions: Office
Location: Waltham, MA – On-Site
Duration: Summer 2026, 10 – 12 weeks

About the Role:
The Global Security team is looking for a diligent and motivated Intern to analyze data, manage information, and visualize trends. This internship allows hands-on experience with security datasets, shaping visualization strategies and assisting in global security protection.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Management & Organization

• Assist in updating and maintaining key datasets, including site profiles, site leader information, incident and investigation logs, risk assessments, and security compliance trackers.
• Help clean, format, and coordinate data for easy ingestion into internal systems (e.g., Airtable, SharePoint).

Analysis & Reporting

• Support the analysis of trends across global sites related to incidents, investigations, risks, and site compliance.
• Contribute to weekly or monthly reports for Global Security leadership.

Visualization & Presentations

• Build charts, graphs, and maps for internal dashboards, leadership presentations, and security briefings.
• Help build user-friendly visuals to translate complex data into clear insights.

GSOC & Operations Support

• Acquire fundamental instruction in GSOC operations and tools.
• Provide support in the operations center during high-impact events or as part of analyst coverage.

What You’ll Learn:

• How global corporate security teams gather, oversee, and respond to security and risk data.
• Hands-on exposure to data analytics within security operations and risk management.
• Exposure to GSOC workflows, security incident handling, and intelligence tools.
• Tools such as Airtable, Power BI, Excel, and more depending on team workflows.

Qualifications:

• Presently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program specializing in Data Analytics, Information Systems, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, or a related area of study.
• Familiarity with Excel and a strong interest in learning tools like Power BI, Tableau, or GIS platforms.
• Passion for security, data organization, or risk management.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment.

Summer 2026 – Racial Justice Internship Program

Location: US-MA-Boston

The Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is seeking applicants for the Summer Racial Justice Internship Program.  Interns will be assigned to work with various offices, including the Training Department and the Director of Equity & Inclusion. 

We fight for equal justice and human dignity by supporting our clients in achieving their legal and life goals. We zealously advocate for the rights of individuals and promote just public policy to protect the rights of all.

AGENCY OVERVIEW

The Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is the state agency in Massachusetts responsible for providing an attorney when the state or federal constitution or a state statute requires the appointment of an attorney for a person who cannot afford to retain one. The agency provides representation in criminal, delinquency, youthful offender, child welfare, guardianship, mental health, sexually dangerous person, and sex offender registry cases, as well as in appeals and post-conviction and post-judgment proceedings related to those matters.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must be current undergraduate, graduate, or law school students who are committed to racial and social justice and have demonstrated an interest in addressing systemic racism in the justice system.  Interns selected for the position must be able to commit to at least 8 weeks of full-time employment for the Summer.

Preferred candidates will be students who have taken classes in evidence, criminal law, criminal procedure, constitutional law, critical legal theory, and/or trial advocacy, have experience with data collection and analysis, experience working with low-income clients, people of color, immigrants, LGBT people, and other underrepresented groups, as well as familiarity working with individual with mental illnesses and substance abuse disorders.

Interns should have (1) experience with Microsoft Office suite, (2) ability to maintain confidentiality, (3) excellent written and verbal communication skills, (4) strong teamwork and collaboration abilities, and (5) legal research and writing experience.

Candidates must also:

• Have access to reliable transportation in order to travel to courts, clients, and investigation locations that are not easily accessible by public transportation; and,
• Have access to a personal computer with home internet access sufficient to work remotely
• Interested candidates should have a demonstrated commitment to the principle of zealous advocacy, community-oriented defense, and the protection of fundamental constitutional and human rights.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Interested applicants should submit (1) Resume, (2) Personal Mission Statement (no more than two pages detailing your interest in the internship, your personal qualities and background, and what draws you to this work, (3) Writing Sample, (4) List of References.

Applications received prior to January 10, 2026, will be given preference. 

INTERNSHIP FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

CPCS has a limited number of paid internship opportunities for Summer 2026.  In order to be considered, applicants may complete the following application: https://www.publiccounsel.net/hr/cpcs-intern-scholarship-program/

For students who are not selected for a paid internship, CPCS can work with students to support the receipt of externship credit or outside funding.

OPPORTUNITIES

Interns will be assigned to work with various offices within CPCS that touch on our substantive work, including the Training Department and with the Director of Equity & Inclusion. The Training Division is tasked with supporting attorneys and staff by training and educating them on implicit bias and systemic racism within the justice systems and formulating methods to recognize and overcome racism within these systems on behalf of the clients we serve. The Equity & Inclusion Department works on initiatives and strategies that impact fairness and inclusion among internal and external stakeholders to our work.  Interns will be an integral part of our office and work closely with our team of dedicated managers, racial equity trainers, attorneys, social service advocates and investigators. Additionally, interns will work with the Racial Equity Committee, and other Racial Equity Initiatives throughout the Agency to assist in building racial justice capacity through litigation, policy advocacy, education and training of attorney, staff and other justice stakeholders.  

RESPONSIBILITIES

Interns will work directly with CPCS supervisors, staff attorneys, investigators, and social service advocates on (1) legal research and writing, (2) conducting legal and policy research on racial and justice issues, (3) data collection, analysis and presentation, (4) assisting in preparing and conducting race- based trainings, and (5) providing additional assistance to attorneys and staff on issues of racial equity.

Intern (Transnational Crime Trends Project) Opening

About Us:

Orion Policy Institute (OPI) is an independent non-profit think tank based in Washington, D.C. Our mission is to promote good governance, advance human rights, and improve policy through high-quality research. OPI seeks to generate practical and sustainable solutions based on multidisciplinary, diverse, and in-depth scientific research and analysis. We address a broad range of issues, including national and global security, democracy, human rights, political and economic development, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and various other issues at the local, national, and global levels.

Position Description:

Orion Policy Institute is seeking an intern – Transnational Crime Trends Project to join our dynamic team of interns. The intern will support Orion’s research agenda by assisting in the analysis and contextualization of emerging patterns in transnational organized crime. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with research and analysis on transnational organized crime trends, including illicit trafficking, financial crimes, cyber-enabled networks, corruption, and their intersections with governance, security, and development. 
• Support the drafting of op-eds, policy briefs, research materials, and reports that advance understanding of the evolving landscape of transnational crime and its global security implications. 
• Monitor and summarize developments in transnational crime, relevant legislation, and international cooperation efforts to inform Orion’s research and policy outputs. 
• Work collaboratively with senior fellows, researchers, and policy analysts to support the development of evidence-based, actionable policy recommendations. 
• Conduct background research on emerging technologies and financial systems that enable illicit activities, such as cryptocurrency and dark web operations. 
• Assist in planning and coordinating webinars, roundtables, and other public events, including logistical support, note-taking, and preparation of background materials. 
• Support the development of concept notes, project ideas, and funding proposals for future research initiatives. 

Qualifications:

• Current undergraduate or graduate student (or recent graduate) in international relations, security studies, criminology, political science, law, economics, or a related field. 
• Strong research and analytical skills, with some experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods. 
• Strong writing and communication skills, with an interest in producing clear and compelling policy analysis. 
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote work environment.
• Interest or coursework related to international legal frameworks, multilateral cooperation mechanisms, or regional dynamics connected to organized crime and illicit economies. 
• Demonstrated interest in crime, security, governance, or international policy issues through academic work, internships, or extracurricular activities. 

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit the following materials to careers@orionpolicy.org. 

• A cover letter outlining their interest and qualifications for the position.
• A current resume or CV.

2026 Summer Internship – Criminology/Criminal Justice

Job ID: 3830

Job Family: Internship

Location: Rosemead, CA, US

Pay: $17.00 – $28.00 

Pay Range: $17.00 -$28.00 

Join the Clean Energy Revolution 

Become a summer intern at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this 12-week internship, you’ll gain hands on experience with meaningful work while developing essential skills and building your professional network. We’re big believers that diversity leads to innovation, creativity, and collaboration. As a summer intern, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to take on the challenge to help us build the future? 

Responsibilities 

• Come prepared to work on real world challenges within the utility/energy sector 
• You’ll be paired with a mentor and work collaboratively to apply your knowledge, grow your skills and make an impact 
• Build your professional network through various intern events 
• Work with cross functional teams on projects 
• Ongoing support to grow personally and professionally 
• Present in annual Intern Expo to showcase assigned internship project 
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-relevant software and tools aligned within your field of study 
• Effective and open communication 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Criminology/Criminal Justice at an accredited institution with a graduation date of December 2026 or later 
• 2.8 GPA or higher 

Additional Information

• This position’s work mode is hybrid. The employee will report to an SCE facility for a set number of days with the option to work remotely on the remaining days.  Unless otherwise noted, employees are required to reside in the state of California.  Further details of this work mode will be discussed at the interview stage. The work mode can be changed based on business needs. 
• The internship has a start date of May/June 2026 and end date of August/September 2026. 
• Official transcripts will be verified during the on-boarding process. 
• We require you to be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States without visa sponsorship. 
• Visit our Candidate Resource page to get meaningful information related to resources, testing information, the hiring process, and more! · Visit our Candidate Resource page to get meaningful information related to benefits, perks, resources, testing information, hiring process, and more! 
• Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 

Relocation  

• Relocation or housing does not apply to this position. 

D.C. Witness Spring Internship

Deadline: December 12, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Are you looking for an internship for the Spring? Then you should apply to D.C. Witness.

D.C. Witness is looking for interns to help in its vital mission to bring transparency and change to the city’s broken criminal justice system.

Students and recent graduates who are interested in pursuing careers in journalism, sociology, public health, data analysis or legal fields are welcome to apply.

You will be a part of the team that reports on court cases, analyzes data and identifies violent crime trends.

This is not a coffee grabbing internship. From Day 1, you will learn and hone journalism techniques that will enable you to help D.C. Witness make a difference. So many community members are craving the information you will provide.

During the internship, interns may:

• Track violent crime cases;
• Attend court hearings/trials on violent crimes;
• Write brief and long-form stories on violent crime cases, data and trends;
• Research court documents and analyze crime-reduction policies;
• Assist with interviewing families of defendants and victims;
• Interview court employees;
• Participate in multimedia projects; and
• Other administrative responsibilities.

This internship is unpaid but college credit may be offered. D.C. Witness is a news site (www.dcwitness.org) that provides transparency on homicide and non-fatal shooting cases in Washington, D.C. The site does this by collecting data on cases from date-of-death/incident to judicial resolution, reporting on court proceedings, and conducting interviews.

If interested in applying, please send a resume, cover letter and writing sample to our Assistant Editor Adriana Marroquin at adrianam@dcwitness.org.

Anti-Trafficking Intern (Spring 2026)

remote type: Hybrid

locations: Silver Spring, MD USA

time type: Part time

job requisition id: JR00000533

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you’re a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Anti-Trafficking Intern will work in close coordination with the case management teams to serve survivors of human trafficking who are struggling to navigate various systems to access resources and services.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assess needs and priorities and work directly with IRC clients to create a service plan and deliver on-going case management.  
• Assist with outreach efforts by drafting, editing, and distributing informational materials such as flyers, fact sheets, presentations, and local resources.
• Contribute to partnership development by researching agencies, networks, and service providers aligned with program goals and impact.
• Guide clients to various appointments including but not limited to appointments with lawyers, local law enforcement, health care and public benefit providers. 
• Engage in community mapping to identify and refer clients to external resources. Engage in community outreach activities to identify potential clients and increase IRC visibility. 
• Assist in maintaining quality control of files. 
• Other tasks as assigned. 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES 

• Intern will gain case management experience by interacting with and assisting case manager on support for vulnerable clients. 
• Intern will acquire knowledge of the US healthcare system. 
• Intern will learn reporting requirements for resettlement agencies and how to capture data to improve services. 
• Intern will learn or improve cross cultural communication skills. 

Qualifications

• Minimum commitment of 20 hours per week.  
• Ability to work in-person required.
• Reliable access to a personal vehicle, valid US driver’s license, and active insurance policy preferred.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• An interest in humanitarian issues, trafficking survivor services and related issues
• Proven ability to work independently and as a team member in a global setting.
• Willingness to use public transportation with clients in order to orient clients to buses, etc.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Arabic, or French preferred.

TO APPLY 

Click Apply Now at the top of this page. Please attach a resume, cover letter, and a list of (at least) three references to your application. The deadline to apply is January 5th, 2026. 

This position is for the Spring semester and requires a minimum commitment of 4 months. Ability to come in-person to Silver Spring office is required. 

Spring 2026 Interns are expected to begin their internship term by attending an in-person intern orientation on January 26th, 2026 from 9:15AM-3:30PM.  

Policy & Advocacy Intern, Spring 2026 (paid)

Save the Children

Hybrid, Washington, DC

https://recruiting.ultipro.com/SAV1002STCF/JobBoard/7d92e82b-af74-464d-859b-c5b8cba6e92e/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=cc18bc45-985e-483e-99de-919c5a7b19db