26-Fall Internship

NJ Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness•Hamilton Township, NJ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

We are offering in-person paid internships to talented students interested in a career in homeland security, emergency preparedness or cybersecurity. The Fall Internship Program is a 12-week program from September 14, 2026 – December 4, 2026. Interns will: Be exposed to all facets of the State homeland security and preparedness mission. Interact with senior government officials and various government agencies. Receive training and career development opportunities. Have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience and college credit. Conclude their internship with a capstone presentation. Internships are offered in the following areas: Intelligence & Operations Division (Hamilton), Preparedness Division (Hamilton), NJ Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC) (Hamilton, West Trenton or Newark), Communications Bureau (Hamilton). Applicants will be able to select one Division of their interest. Interns must report to in-person to their assigned office location. Interns are hired as TES employees and are not eligible for remote work. Hours of work will be Monday-Friday within business hours of 8AM-5PM. Interns are limited to no more than 21 hours per week. The internship program starts and ends on the dates noted above.

Requirements

Undergo a Level 1 background investigation check.
Have a U.S. citizenship or permanent residence status.
Be available for the entire duration of the internship program.
Submit resume, unofficial transcript, completed State of New Jersey Application for Employment, cover letter discussing why you wish to intern for NJOHSP, and a writing sample under 500 words.
Be available for Orientation on September 14, 2026.
High School Seniors are welcome to apply to internships in our NJ Cybersecurity & Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC).
Internships in all other areas are only open to undergraduate and graduate students who are enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university or post-graduate program who have completed a minimum of 48 college credits or two years by the start of the internship.

Nice To Haves

Letter of recommendation is optional.

Responsibilities

Be exposed to all facets of the State homeland security and preparedness mission.
Interact with senior government officials and various government agencies.
Receive training and career development opportunities.
Gain valuable work experience and college credit.
Conclude their internship with a capstone presentation.