Technology & Global Affairs Research Intern
About The Position
Are you a curious, driven college student or recent graduate eager to explore the intersection of technology, global affairs, and artificial intelligence? Ntrepid's Internship Program offers a unique opportunity to apply your analytical and technical skills to real-world challenges in national security, cybersecurity, and digital research. As a Technology & Global Affairs Research Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience using cutting-edge tools and leveraging AI technology to conduct and inform research in a collaborative, mission-focused environment. This internship is designed for individuals who thrive on learning, problem-solving, and connecting ideas across disciplines. Exceptional performance during the internship may lead to consideration for full-time opportunities.
Requirements
- Senior undergraduate or graduate student with a background in aâ¯technical, analytical, or interdisciplinary field, such as:
- Computer Science, Data Science, Cybersecurity, or Engineering
- International Relations, Political Science, or Media Studies
- Public Policy, Statistics, or related quantitative/social science disciplines
- Strong research, writing, and critical thinking skills (writing sample required).
- Demonstrated curiosity about global affairs, emerging technologies, and digital media.
- Proven reliability, initiative, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Familiarity with current events, social media ecosystems, and web-based technologies.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency in a foreign language (e.g., Arabic, Chinese, or Russian).
- Coursework or experience in AI, machine learning, or data analysis.
- Experience using visualization, automation, or coding tools (e.g., Cursor AI, Python, R, SQL, or JavaScript) is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Conduct independent and team-based research on emerging technologies, and cyber trends.
- Apply analytical and technical reasoning to evaluate data, identify patterns, and build insights using AI and LLM-based tools.
- Contribute to case studies exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming online information environments and social media engagement.
- Analyze digital discourse, behavior, and influence across platforms using custom analytic tools and data visualization methods.
- Develop clear, insightful written deliverables and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on research design, data interpretation, and report development.
- Support business development initiatives through market research, capability briefs, and strategic analysis.
- Stay current on technology trends, security issues, and global events related to AI, cybersecurity, and online ecosystems.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Administrative and Support Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
