Space & National Security Research Intern (DC)

Protagonist; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Protagonist is seeking a highly motivated intern with an interest in space and national security to join our team in Washington, D.C. for the Spring 2027 semester. The internship offers the chance to contribute to research and analysis supporting work with the U.S.

Department of Defense (DoD). You will assist with researching and writing on space, emerging technologies, and strategic communications, gaining exposure to mission-relevant national security issues.

Qualifications

• Strong research and writing skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; able to communicate complex problems with clarity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and critically analyze information to identify trends and relationships.
• Apply relevant communication theories and best practices to client problems.
• Synthesize open-source research and write independently on topic areas such as space and national security.
• Analyze DoD-related material and present findings to senior team members.
• Draft, review, and edit reports, documents, and briefings.
• Assist in developing and delivering presentations.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Education

BA in progress / BA required

Job description

Protagonist is seeking a highly motivated intern with an interest in space and national security to join our team in Washington, D.C. for the Spring 2027 semester. The internship offers the chance to contribute to research and analysis supporting work with the U.S.

Department of Defense (DoD). You will assist with researching and writing on space, emerging technologies, and strategic communications, gaining exposure to mission-relevant national security issues.