Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Spring 2023 Internships | START

The National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism (START), based here at the University of Maryland, is now accepting applications for its Spring 2023 Paid Internship Program START's Spring 2023 internship program will be in person at START headquarters in College Park, MD. Remote internships will not be possible for the Spring 2023 semester. 

Please visit START Internships for internship project descriptions, qualifications, and the Spring 2023 internship applicationThe deadline to apply by is:

  • Priority Deadline: 11:59pm ET on Sunday, October 23rd
  • Final Deadline: 11:59pm ET on Sunday, November 6th

Why choose an internship at START?

  • Experience working with a large team of dynamic and experienced researchers.
  • Exposure to cutting edge theories and methods.
  • Deepen your understanding of current issues in terrorism and homeland security.
  • Work on projects of immediate interest to the practitioner and policy community.
  • Hone and develop a range of transferable skills attractive to future employers.
  • Opportunity to work with and meet other students and researchers with similar interests.
  • Virtual Enrichment activities offering wide opportunities for learning and personal growth, schedule includes simulations, career presentations and research talks.
  • Mentorship from START staff and researchers in a successful professional environment.
  • Internships can be undertaken for academic credit (depending on approval from your institution and department). 

Please review our Frequently Asked Questions page for answers to our most popular questions, and check out the University of Maryland's Career Center resources for resume and cover letter tips. For resume and cover letter guidance regarding START internships, please register to attend one of our upcoming Information Sessions: 

For any additional questions, please contact internships-start@umd.edu.