2027 Future Talent Program – Global Watch Desk - Intern

Job Description

The Future Talent Program features internships that last up to 12 weeks and will include one or more projects. These opportunities in our Global Support Division can provide you with great development and a chance to see if we are the right company for your long-term goals.

The intern will work with the Global Watch Desk team of the Global Security component.  The intern’s responsibilities will include assisting with a variety of tasks and projects, that could include anything from using technical monitoring systems, to assisting with geopolitical risk and travel security related initiatives.  Although this position will be supervised, the incumbent will be required to have an interest in international risk and security, with very strong writing abilities. The intern may be trained for two weeks to function as a watch officer and be expected to provide back-up shift coverage if necessary.

The incumbent is expected to collect information and develop solutions to specific projects of a limited scope. Assignments may be designed to develop professional knowledge and to provide broad experience and familiarization with our companies methods, standards, procedures, and practices.

Education Minimum Requirement:

• Currently enrolled or recent graduate from an accredited College or University in: International Relations or Law, Criminology, Political Science, Public Policy, Behavioral Science, Psychology, Cyber Security, Computer Science, or other relevant coursework.

• Candidates must be able to commit to full-time employment for 10 - 12 weeks beginning summer 2027.

Required Experience and Skills:

• Students who have completed at least two years of university studies, toward their degree.

• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, sound analytical and problem-solving abilities and interpersonal skills that include flexibility and the ability to work in a team environment. 

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Flexibility; Motivation; Functional Excellence; Teamwork/Collaboration; Results-Oriented; Problem-Solving; Communication and familiarity with Windows applications.

• Previous internships or involvement in community groups.

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

Salary range:

The salary range for this role is $39,908 - $111,111

FTP2027

GSF2027

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

10/9/2026

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