NSA Summer 2027 Internship Program - Utah Summer Program

National Security Agency; Utah; On-site; USD 33,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-World Experience

Learning Opportunities

Professional Development

Expert Collaboration

Job summary

National Security Agency invites students to participate in the NSA Summer Internship Program in Utah. The 12‑week, paid internship runs mid‑May to mid‑August and targets a diverse range of majors. Interns gain hands-on cybersecurity experience while contributing to national security projects and NSA mission objectives.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens enrolled in a degree‑seeking program and meet security clearance prerequisites, with opportunities for housing and travel accommodations for

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen.
• Must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program (undergraduate, graduate, doctorate) at time of application.
• Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be eligible to be granted a TS/SCI security clearance after background investigation, a full-scope polygraph and a psychological evaluation.
• Must be available in the US for interviews between October 2026 and April 2027.
• Preferred majors include Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, and related fields.

Skills

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Degree-seeking program enrollment

Job description

Job Description

NSA Summer 2027 Internship Program - Utah Summer Program - Entry

Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD || Draper, Utah, UT

Pay Plan: GG , Grade: 04/1 to 09/10

Open: 2026-08-15, Close: 2026-09-05

Job Posting: 1261516

Responsibilities

The NSA Summer Internship Programs at our NSA Utah locations offers students exciting, impactful professional work opportunities (with pay and limited benefits!) to grow their knowledge of the Intelligence Community and federal government while advancing NSA's two primary missions: 1) Collecting, analyzing, and producing foreign signals intelligence; and 2) Providing cybersecurity solutions and guidance to protect critical national infrastructure. These summer internship opportunities are open to students who are pursuing education in a variety of degree programs.NSA Summer Utah Program:NSAU Program Overview: Are you a student eager to apply your skills in cybersecurity and network defense? The NSA Utah Summer Internship Program offers exciting and impactful professional opportunities to grow your knowledge of the Intelligence Community and federal government while contributing to NSA's vital cybersecurity missions.

Program Benefits:

• Real-World Experience: Gain hands-on experience and make a tangible impact on national security by working on meaningful cybersecurity projects.
• Learning Opportunities: Deepen your understanding of the Intelligence Community and federal government, with a focus on cybersecurity practices.
• Professional Development: Develop and refine your professional skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Expert Collaboration: Work alongside and learn from experienced NSA professionals.

Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to make a difference and accelerate your career

Job Summary

Join students from across the country and lend your knowledge to national security in one of NSA's over 30 summer internship programs. These 12 week paid programs run from mid-May to mid-August and are open to undergraduate freshman up to Ph.D. students depending on internship requirements. These internships are open to a wide variety of majors and give students the opportunity to work directly with mission‑critical problems and experience the excitement of working in NSA spaces.

Qualifications

To be accepted into the NSA Summer Internship - Utah Summer Program, candidates: - Must be a U.S. Citizen - Must be enrolled in a degree‑seeking program (undergraduate, graduate, doctorate) at time of application - Specific education requirements vary by program - Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher - Must be eligible to be granted a TS/SCI security clearance after successfully completing a background investigation, a Full‑scope Polygraph and a Psychological Evaluation - Must be available and in the U.S. for operational and technical interviews and other applicable processing, both in‑person and via telephone/internet, between the months of October 2026 and April 2027

Preferred Majors:

• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• Artificial Intelligence
• Chinese***PLEASE NOTE: Other majors may be considered, however the majors listed above are highly recommended.***PLEASE NOTE: You may be required to complete an Unproctored Internet Testing (UIT) requirement measuring cognitive ability, motivation, and English proficiency.

Student Compensation and Benefits:

• Students are paid a competitive salary commensurate with their education level.
• All internships are 10 - 12 weeks during the summer.
• Receive annual leave, sick leave and paid federal holidays.
• Students who attend school in excess of 75 miles from NSA Utah are eligible for housing accommodations and travel entitlements of a round trip airfare ticket to and from school or mileage reimbursement up to the cost of a government‑issued airline ticket.
• Daily transportation to and from work is NOT provided. Students participating in the program are highly encouraged to bring a vehicle. Carpooling with other students MAY be available, but is NOT guaranteed.
• Participation in agency‑wide extracurricular programs.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. NSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process.

The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the DoD Intelligence Community Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions in the NSA are in the Excepted Services under 10 United States Codes (USC) 1601 appointment authority.