Intelligence Launch Intern - Summer 2027

CrowdStrike • Arlington, VA

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

CrowdStrike’s Counter Adversary Operations (CAO) department is hiring Intelligence Launch Interns for its Analytical Support Team (AST), Intelligence Analysis Cell (IAC), or Collections team. Depending on placement, interns will contribute to cyber threat intelligence reporting, investigative analysis of state-affiliated actors and hacktivists, or open-source intelligence (OSINT) collection and adversary tracking. Interns work alongside experienced professionals, contribute to customer-facing intelligence products, and develop situational awareness of the global cyber threat landscape.

The CrowdStrike Launch Internship is a paid, structured early-career opportunity for exceptional sophomore-level students graduating in 2029 or 2030. The internship operates on a hybrid schedule, with remote work and required in-person attendance at CrowdStrike’s Arlington office for meetings, collaboration sessions, and other essential events. Interns work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during standard business hours. The listed cohorts run from May 26 to August 13, June 2 to August 20, or June 14 to September 3, 2027.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at a four-year university and pursuing a BA or BS in Intelligence Studies, Security Studies, International Relations, Cybersecurity, Regional Studies, or a related field.
• Expected graduation in 2029 or 2030.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills, including the ability to produce clear, concise work under deadline.
• Foundational knowledge of analytic tradecraft and cybersecurity concepts gained through coursework, projects, or prior experience.
• Strong organization and communication skills, with the ability to incorporate feedback and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven experience using AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows, and drive business outcomes.

Nice To Haves

• Functional or professional fluency in Hindi, Urdu, Vietnamese, Bahasa Indonesia, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, or Korean.
• Knowledge of or interest in analyzing regional governments or non-state groups involved in conducting or supporting cyber operations.
• An investigative mindset, self-motivation, and a desire to disrupt adversaries.
• Prior intelligence or analytic writing experience through academic work, internships, military service, student organizations, or competitions.
• Familiarity with OSINT research methodologies, tools, and online forums.

Responsibilities

• Track adversaries in online communities and conduct OSINT investigations to uncover behavior, motivations, and the organizations and individuals enabling threat actors.
• Publish concise, customer-facing intelligence products using analytic tradecraft and incorporating prior CrowdStrike finished intelligence.
• Monitor, collect, and triage open-source reporting—including news articles, industry blogs, vendor reports, government releases, and foreign-language sources—to identify notable cyber threat developments.
• Collaborate with CAO teams and subject matter experts on content reviews, flag activity of interest, and support process-improvement projects as needed.
• Provide operational support to internal teams to help them gain and sustain visibility into adversary-focused online environments.

Benefits

• Market-leading compensation and equity awards.
• Paid holidays, including a birthday holiday.
• 401(k) matching, where applicable.
• Professional development opportunities, including workshops, tech talks, and an Executive Speaker Series.
• Assigned mentors from across the company for ongoing support and feedback.
• Participation in companywide initiatives, including FalconFIT, Wellness Programs, and the Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities.
• Vibrant office culture with world-class amenities.
• Ownership of impactful projects that move the company forward.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern