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Systems Planning & Analysis · 4 hours ago

Program Intern - Summer 2026

Alexandria, VA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. The internship will support policy and strategy analysis on various national security topics related to Undersea Warfare for Navy clients, utilizing research and analysis to provide timely information for decision-making.

AnalyticsInformation Technology

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

This internship will support policy and strategy analysis on various national security topics related to Undersea Warfare (USW) in support of a range of Navy clients. The candidate will utilize research, analysis, and other approaches to provide our clients with timely and objective information to enable decision-making regarding future USW force capabilities and evolving operational concepts

Qualification

ResearchAnalysisCritical thinkingNational security studiesInterest in undersea warfarePolitical scienceInternational affairsPublic policyMilitary history

Required

The applicant should be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in national security studies, political science, international affairs, public policy, military history, or another relevant field

The applicant should have an interest in undersea warfare and analysis of national security issues, and a demonstrated understanding of security topics through coursework or experience

The applicant should have demonstrated and strong skill sets in research, writing, critical thinking, and analysis

Applicants must be US citizens and be able to meet eligibility requirements to receive and maintain a DoD SECRET-level security clearance