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Business Executives for National Security (BENS) · 5 hours ago

Summer 2026 Internship

Washington, DC

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

Start in 2026 Summer

Business Executives for National Security (BENS) is seeking high-performing candidates for their summer internship program, which focuses on the intersection of national security and the private sector. Interns will gain expertise in national security topics, support organizational goals, and engage with government partners and private sector leaders.

National SecurityPublic SafetySecurity

Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Gain subject matter expertise in a national security topic through in-depth research and presentations to BENS senior leadership

Track and analyze developments of relevant policy issues, including critical infrastructure; geopolitics and economic statecraft; efforts to recruit and retain a talented national security workforce; and security implications of emerging technologies

Support BENS staff in outreach and engagement with national security-focused government partners and business leaders

Assist with event preparation; draft media pieces, reports, and memos; and cover Congressional hearings and key meetings

Maintain and update membership databases

Set up and break down office events

Provide general administrative support

Qualification

ResearchData AnalysisProfessional SkillsCommunicationOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsMulti-taskingComputer LiteracyInternet SavvyInterest in National SecurityExperience in Critical InfrastructureExperience in Economic SecurityExperience in Private CapitalExperience in Emerging TechnologiesExperience in Defense Industrial BaseExperience in Critical Supply ChainsFast-paced EnvironmentCollaborative SkillsIndependent Work Skills

Required

Candidates are selected based on their skills and prior experience

Most applicants recently completed, or are in the process of completing, an undergraduate or graduate degree

Effective research, writing, data analysis, communication, and organizational skills required

Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple tasks

Exceptional interpersonal and professional skills—candidates should feel comfortable interacting at a high level with senior business executives, military/government leaders, and staff in other non-profits

Collaborative and independent work skills

Computer-literate and internet-savvy

Preferred

Preferred interest or experience in: Critical Infrastructure, Economic Security, Private Capital, Emerging Technologies, Defense Industrial Base, Critical Supply Chains

Benefits

Metro travel benefits

Company

Business Executives for National Security (BENS)

Business Executives for National Security is a nationwide network of elite business leaders who are united in the belief that private-sector expertise and best practices help the Department of Defense and other national security agencies execute their missions to keep America secure.

Founded in 1982