Space & National Security Intern — DC (Hybrid)

Peptide Atlas; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Protagonist in Washington, DC is seeking a highly motivated intern with an interest in space and national security to join our team for the Spring 2027 semester. The intern will support research and analysis for DoD-related work, and contribute to writing on space, emerging technologies, and strategic communications.

The role involves translating technical content into clear materials, researching the media environment, and applying communications frameworks.

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in the US.
• Enrolled in a BA degree program; MA/MS students preferred.
• US citizen status for government contracts; security clearance a plus.
• Strong research and writing; space-related topics.

Responsibilities

• Research trends and synthesize information to identify patterns.
• Apply communication theories and psychological frameworks to client problems.
• Synthesize open-source research and write on space topics independently.
• Analyze U.S. government speeches, websites, and social media; present findings.
• Draft, review, and edit reports, documents, and briefing materials.
• Assist in developing and delivering presentations.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Independent work

Presentations

Education

BA degree program

MA/MS preferred

Job description

Protagonist in Washington, DC is seeking a highly motivated intern with an interest in space and national security to join our team for the Spring 2027 semester. The intern will support research and analysis for DoD-related work, and contribute to writing on space, emerging technologies, and strategic communications.

The role involves translating technical content into clear materials, researching the media environment, and applying communications frameworks.