As a Directorate of Operations Undergraduate Intern for CIA, you will support the CIA mission of collecting human intelligence on critical international developments.

Duties

As a Directorate of Operations (DO) Student Intern (DOSI), you will have the opportunity to work in two positions that provide the vital investigative research and strategic oversight to operations that are run around the world. DOSIs are most likely to spend one summer serving as a Staff Operations Officer (SOO) for the CIA and a second summer as a Targeting Officer (TO). Your critical-thinking, advanced analytic, and creative problem-solving skills will all figure prominently as you provide the seamless integration between CIA offices overseas and in the Washington Metropolitan Area necessary to drive clandestine operations to success. DOSIs will have the opportunity to work on real challenges and current cases; your work will make a difference to national security!

Requirements

• You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
• You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
• You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
• You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
• You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
• For further requirements information, please visit: https://www.cia.gov/careers/cia-requirements/

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications The availability to interview the summer of 2024 and to attend two sets of follow-on appointments in the Washington DC area in the late summer and early winter The ability to intern in person in the Washington DC area during the summer of 2025 and 2026. These internships are paid but you will be responsible for covering the cost of housing. Personal integrity with impeccable discretion Strong writing, briefing and organizational skills Action and results oriented Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and in team Flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to CIA Ability to meet the minimum requirements for CIA, including U.S. citizenship and background investigation Please include the following in your interest form submission: An unofficial transcript for the first semester/quarter in an accredited undergraduate program that shows your program of study and current GPA A completed and uploaded qualification statement and cover letter. An additional written submission that specifically addresses your academic, professional experience, or interests as they relate to the SOO and TO professions and your recognition of the DOSI program requirements for being available for interviewing, follow-on appointments and two 90-day internships as is outlines in the job advertisement. Given the nature of the work and this internship, please note that you will not be able to receive college credit for this internship or list a CIA internship on your resume (NOTE: Resumes without accompanying transcripts and all supplemental attachments will not be considered.) Desired Qualifications Experience or familiarization in STEM fields, to include academic, professional, or personal interests Foreign cultural or language ability (academic or personal) The ability to quickly apply learning to new situations and complex, international issues Inquisitive and investigative to push for creative recommendations to evolving challenges Determined, collaborative and mission driven team players Ability to shift focus quickly, work on multiple tasks concurrently, and excel in high-pressure/high-impact situations

Education

• Must be a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate degree in a 4-year academic institution with at least one semester/quarter completed at the time of expressing interest. Competitive candidates enrolled in a 2-year degree program that feeds into an accredited 4-year program will be considered. Please address your plans to acquire a Bachelor's degree in your Cover Letter. Proof of acceptance into a 4-year program will be required prior to the start of your first internship.
• At least a 3.5 GPA on a 4-point scale preferred (NOTE: In order to remain in the DOSI program, you must provide proof of maintaining this GPA throughout your undergraduate college experience.)

Contacts

• Address
• Name: Central Intelligence Agency