Exciting Opportunity: Apply Now for the National Security Scholars Summer Internship Program (NSSSIP) 2025!

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Looking for an impactful summer internship? Don’t miss out on the National Security Scholars Summer Internship Program (NSSSIP)—applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so APPLY ASAP!

See attachment for full details.

Last summer, TEN UMBC STUDENTS were selected. Will you be next?

Program Highlights

Stipend: $12,000 for undergraduates, $14,000 for graduate students

Duration: 10 weeks (June 2 – August 8, 2025)

Location: Army Research Laboratory (ARL) and UMD facilities (on-site, no remote option)

Eligibility:

U.S. citizens

Full-time university students (all levels)

Minimum preferred GPA: 3.0

Work alongside top researchers on Army-relevant projects in cutting-edge fields like machine learning, synthetic biology, hypersonics, and more.

How to Apply

Submit your application by November 29, 2024 (but the SOONER, the BETTER to increase your chances!):

1. Resume (1 page)

2. Cover Letter (1–2 pages): Include your education, experience, interests, GPA, internship goals, and up to 3 project preferences.

3. Apply here: http://go.umd.edu/nsssipsu25

Example Projects:

Autonomy for Air & Ground Unmanned Systems

Large Language Models

Hypersonics

Biocomputing and Synthetic Biology

This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, a generous stipend, and invaluable mentorship while tackling real-world challenges.

Don’t wait—apply now and secure your spot!