Summer Internship: Civil Liberties & Privacy Program

National Security Agency; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing accommodations

Travel entitlements

Job summary

National Security Agency invites undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students to apply for a 12-week summer internship at Fort Meade, MD. The Civil Liberties, Privacy and Transparency (CLPT) Office offers exposure to privacy protections, civil liberties considerations, and NSA decision-making in real projects.

Interns gain hands-on experience across cryptologic disciplines, receive a competitive salary, and may obtain housing or travel support. Applicants must be U.S.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be enrolled in a degree‑seeking program (undergraduate, graduate, doctorate).
• Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be eligible for TS/SCI security clearance after background check and polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Civil Liberties, Privacy and Transparency (CLPT) activities under NSA professionals.
• Identify and document CLP activities and potential gaps in CLP protections.
• Prepare reports and briefing materials for internal and public audiences.
• Assist in ensuring NSA policies comply with DoD and IC regulations.

Education

Pursuing undergraduate or graduate degree

Job description

National Security Agency invites undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students to apply for a 12-week summer internship at Fort Meade, MD. The Civil Liberties, Privacy and Transparency (CLPT) Office offers exposure to privacy protections, civil liberties considerations, and NSA decision-making in real projects.

Interns gain hands-on experience across cryptologic disciplines, receive a competitive salary, and may obtain housing or travel support. Applicants must be U.S.