Social Science Intern
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Job Description
Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking post-undergraduate Social Scientist Interns with a background in international relations political science communication anthropology social psychology or related field to support a Cyber Mission program 100% remotely.
The ideal candidate will support the program full-time (40 hours per week) over summer 2025 and switch to part-time (20 hours per week) during the academic year from September 2025 through June 2026. We are also willing to consider a full-time internship for a 12-month period if desired (July 2025 June 2026).
The ideal candidate will provide analytic support with the following responsibilities:
- Analyze geopolitical events in the Middle East or Asia providing answers to requests for information (RFIs) and support (RFS) typically 1-5 pages in length.
- Evaluate media / communication narratives by state and non-state actors (to include violent extremist organizations and militia groups).
- Utilize social media and AI-enabled analytic tool suites in order to identify trends in the information environment.
- Support knowledge management in the Operationally Dynamic Information Network (ODIN) data lake and reporting structure.
- Support potential white paper and/or article development.
- Support the review of opinion research data.
- Support the development of technical capabilities in ODIN through helping to research and model real-world geopolitical / military operational scenarios.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Completed BS/BA degree.
- Pursuing or recently completed a MA/MS or PhD in Social Science International Relations Political Science Communication Anthropology Social Psychology or a related field.
- US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Desired Qualifications:
- Previous experience with media analytic tool kits and/or statistical packages (e.g. SPSS).
- An existing TS/SCI security clearance.
- Previous hands-on experience through coursework and/or internships.
- Experience working with US Military and/or US Federal Government customers.
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Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range
EEO
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Full-Time
