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STANLEY A. WEISS INTERNSHIP - FALL 2024
Business Executives for National Security (BENS) relies on our interns. They contribute to all aspects of our work in applying best business practices to addressing the nation’s most critical security challenges. Interns receive substantive research and writing assignments in BENS’ major areas of work.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Our interns are integral to the BENS team. They have substantive research and administrative responsibilities, supporting BENS’ organizational goals and the work BENS is doing with its government partners and members in the national security community. Work includes:
SKILLS
TERM
BENS offers internship positions throughout the year. Spring terms typically run January-May, summer terms June-August, and fall terms September-December. Interns are paid an hourly wage set at current D.C. minimum wage and receive metro travel benefits. We prefer those who are available to work full-time for four or five days each week but will consider other outstanding candidates as well.
REQUIREMENTS
BENS accepts applicants from all backgrounds and degree programs (e.g., International Affairs, Security Studies, Public Policy, Economics, Business, Engineering, technical programs, or any professional school graduate program). Most applicants have, or are in the process of completing, an undergraduate or graduate degree. However, candidates are selected at a variety of career points, depending on their skills and prior experience. Strong writing and research skills are required, as is an interest in making government work more effectively with respect to national security efforts. Applicants must also be computer-literate and Internet-savvy.
To apply, please email a current resume, cover letter, and a 2-3 page writing sample to Senior Engagement Associate Sofia Olgado at solgado@bens.org. To be considered for the fall term, please submit all application materials by COB Friday, July 5th.
Intern
$129k-159k (estimate)
06/13/2024
06/28/2024