About HSEMA's Internship Program

Applications for HSEMA's Summer 2026 intern cohort are now OPEN.  

HSEMA's internship program provides real-world knowledge and experience in emergency management, homeland security efforts, public affairs, and intelligence analysis. Our internship program seeks qualified graduate and undergraduate students who are majoring in a wide variety of fields. A highly qualified applicant will possess the following: self-motivation, attention to detail, critical thinking skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

In-Person Internship Opportunities

The application period is Monday, March 16, through Monday, April 6, 2026, at 11:59 pm EDT. Applications submitted after this period will not be considered. HSEMA's summer internship session runs from June 1 through August 7, 2026. Please send any questions regarding the internship program to [email protected].

• Situational Intelligence Bureau (SIB)
• Situational Awareness Bureau (SAB)
• Office of External Affairs
• Office of Policy, Performance, and Data (PPD)

Internship Eligibility and Requirements

HSEMA is looking for candidates who are:

• Undergraduates (juniors or seniors) or graduate students
• In good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 at a U.S. college or university
• Enrolled in courses for the time of the internship.

*To apply, you must be a U.S. citizen. All applications are subject to a criminal background check.

How to Apply

Students must submit an application through our online portal by April 6, 2026, at 11:59 pm EDT. All applications must include every document listed below to be considered. Any required form that is modified or substituted will result in automatic rejection. Please email any questions about the application process to [email protected]

• Resume
• Most recent transcript from current college or university
• Upload a video/writing sample for the following prompt (2 pages / 2 minutes maximum):
  Identify an emerging threat (technological, environmental, or geopolitical) that will shape the next decade of Emergency Management or Homeland Security. How should agencies adapt to stay ahead of it?