U.S. Department of Defense

The Department of Defense (DoD) is the largest national security employer by far, spanning all military services plus civilian DoD agencies such as the Defense Intelligence Agency, the National Geospatial Intelligence Agency, and the National Security Agency.

Hiring Timeline

  • DoD hiring is decentralized and post its own internships and entry-level positions on USAJOBS and through the DoD Pathways Programs, generally on a rolling basis throughout the year rather than a single annual cycle.

  • Summer internship postings tend to open in the fall (roughly September–November) for the following summer, though exact windows shift year to year and vary by opportunity.

Upcoming Events

Check back soon for Fall Quarter networking events!

Engagement Programs

  • DoD Pathways Internship Program — open to current students across most DoD components; postings vary by agency and location

  • Service-specific civilian internships (e.g., Army Civilian Careers, Air Force Civilian Service, Department of the Navy STEM programs)

  • DoD Test Resource Management Center (TRMC) STEM Internship — typically opens applications in fall for the following summer

Networking Contacts

Check back soon for a list of networking contacts at DoD!