Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI)

Project Name                                                      Summary                                                                    Skills/Languages	Title	Summary	Agency	# Interns	Project Code	Required Languages	Required Skills	Description	Post Name	Country	Country of Focus	Additional Info	Created	Agency Id	Section	Id
ODNI-USA-5 Future of Intelligence Simulation 2020-2021 VSFS interns will refine “Influence 2040,” a card-based scenarios game developed by previous VSFS projects for IC Net Assessments. They will run simulations to test common assumptions a... Analytical writing, Data analysis, Design thinking, Political Analysis, Research	Future of Intelligence Simulation	2020-2021 VSFS interns will refine “Influence 2040,” a card-based scenarios game developed by previous VSFS projects for IC Net Assessments. They will run simulations to test common assumptions about the future competition for influence and look for key factors for success and failure, technologica	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	10	ODNI-USA-5		Analytical writing, Data analysis, Design thinking, Political Analysis, Research	As Part 3 of an ongoing project involving separate classes of VSFS interns, in the 2020-2021 academic year VSFS interns will work with ODNI IC Net Assessments to refine a playable influence campaign simulation called “Influence 2040.” This narrative and card-based game simulates foreign influence strategies and capabilities in the future intelligence environment. Games currently play out over the course of five rounds, with each team submitting a series of overt and covert actions (through Capabilities cards) each round that are scored by the Game Masters. The Challenger team seeks to capture a majority of four influence Field cards (Political, Social, Technological, and Economic) while the Target team seeks to strengthen its resilience and counter the Challenger team’s activities. The Game Masters score the actions and assess changes to each team’s pressure, vulnerability, and resources at the end of each round. If the Challenger team succeeds in capture a majority of Fields at any point, it wins the game. If the Challenger team fails to capture a majority of Fields by the end of the fifth round, the Target team is declared the winner. In the game refinement phase, virtual interns will research gaming methods and influence capabilities, placing special emphasis on assessing the potential capabilities of China, Russia, and Iran to conduct influence operations in the future. They will study the game’s rules and scoring system, which combines statistical methods with narrative elements to create plausible simulations of future influence competitions. They will run a series of simulations to test the game’s mechanics and suggest refinements and expansions, testing anew to create a final, playable version. In the strategic testing phase, virtual interns will research common assumptions and strategic ploys likely to be salient in the future competition for influence. They will test various strategies and record their findings, identifying key factors for success and failure, technological and societal investments that provide value in the competitions, and any recurring themes and strategies of strategic interest noted during the simulation iterations. In the final phase, virtual interns will host at least one simulation for selected members of the Intelligence Community, with students playing either role of game master or strategic advisor to the member of the IC playing the game. They will deliver documentation showing of the results of their simulations, their refinements to the game itself, assessments of future influence capabilities incorporated into the game, and the final version of the game (including revised country backgrounds and forecasts, rules, cards, and automated scoring spreadsheets). They will present their project via teleconference to IC Net Assessments and selected ODNI seniors.		United States		Desired Skills and Interests: Knowledge of international relations theory and practice; statistical methods; country-specific backgrounds including but not limited to China, Russia, and Iran; proficiency with spreadsheets and other automated tools; simulation and gaming; forecasting and foresight; information technology; influence methods; game design. Language Requirements: English. Any Other Helpful Information: Students will collaborate extensively online using whichever tools work best for them. For each simulation, they will choose between the roles of Game Master, team lead, and strategic advisor. Extensive experience playing board, narrative, and card-based games is helpful, but not required – virtual interns will divide the project tasks according to ability and interest.	2020-05-28 09:59:37	100		2878
ODNI-USA-11 Social Media Whiz Work as a Social Media whiz for ODNI. Tasks will include researching and reporting on existing social media accounts, following events online and creating social media content to report on events or ... Cultural diplomacy, Editing and proofreading, Political Analysis, Social media management	Social Media Whiz	Work as a Social Media whiz for ODNI. Tasks will include researching and reporting on existing social media accounts, following events online and creating social media content to report on events or to promote a topic.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	4	ODNI-USA-11		Cultural diplomacy, Editing and proofreading, Political Analysis, Social media management	ODNI's Transparency office helps provide social media content for Intel.gov, the IC's website that informs the public about the activities of the Intelligence Community. You will advise ODNI on topics of interest, and help craft social media messages and create social media campaigns.		United States			2020-06-02 12:05:11	100		2916
ODNI-USA-10 Intel.gov Writing and Research In this position, you will help with research and writing for new sections of the Intel.gov website. Research, Writing	Intel.gov Writing and Research	In this position, you will help with research and writing for new sections of the Intel.gov website.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	4	ODNI-USA-10		Research, Writing	Intel.gov is the IC's website that helps educate the public on the Intelligence Community and its missions, as well as present stories about the IC and the people who work there. Your work will be to help research and write content for new special projects being presented on Intel.gov. An example of a prior special project is the "Argentina Declassification Review", found at https://www.intelligence.gov/index.php/argentina-declassification-project/overview		United States			2020-06-02 12:17:32	100		2917
ODNI-USA-6 Counterintelligence Digital Communications Create content for the National Counterintelligence and Security Center's communications program to populate Twitter, LinkedIn, our website, and use in global outreach efforts. Raise awareness ab... Marketing, Research, Social media management, Infographic design, Writing	Counterintelligence Digital Communications	Create content for the National Counterintelligence and Security Center's communications program to populate Twitter, LinkedIn, our website, and use in global outreach efforts. Raise awareness about threats to America's supply chain and critical infrastructure, including our election system.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	2	ODNI-USA-6		Marketing, Research, Social media management, Infographic design, Writing	Bring your communications knowledge and familiarity with websites and social media platforms such as Twitter and LinkedIn to bear on the National Counterintelligence and Security Center (NCSC)’s outreach efforts and messaging on key issues that affect all Americans. Learn more about the threats that America faces from foreign adversaries as they seek to undermine U.S. credibility and leadership around the world and damage our economic advantage. Research topics that are timely and draft content to be posted online and used in our outreach efforts. One day you may be focused on writing tweets to reflect what happened on this day in espionage history. The next day you may be reviewing media reporting on threats to our power grid and developing messaging for the private sector grid operators and government regulators. You’ll help communicate about threats to the 2020 Presidential election this fall. If you have graphic design skills, we’ll ask you to propose visual ways to effectively communicate the message. You’ll be able to take advantage of access to experts in the Counterintelligence and Security community to learn more about this vital mission and help us reach new audiences in new ways. You will be part of the team that leads the communications efforts of the National Counterintelligence and Security Center. NCSC is part of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence and has whole-of-nation responsibilities and authorities to carry out its mission to protect national security. Our reach extends across the Federal Government; to State, Local, and Tribal governments; foreign partners; the private sector; and the American public. This broad engagement supports the goals of protecting America from foreign intelligence services who seek to harm us, promoting American prosperity by protecting our economy from foreign adversaries who seek to steal our technology and intellectual property, and preserving peace and security by going on the offensive against aggressive foreign intelligence services that work against democracy. The selected individuals will have the opportunity to work with NCSC throughout the year on our communications program, and also build an enduring relationship with Counterintelligence and Security professionals with broad networks in the field. In addition to the knowledge you will bring to NCSC, this opportunity will serve as an excellent introduction into our world and help refine and advance your career aspirations. Follow us on Twitter: @NCSCgov Visit our Website: www.NCSC.gov Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-counterintelligence-and-security-center		United States		You will be one of the virtual interns augmenting the Communications team that works out of our office in the DC area, but we will ensure you are integrated into the program to the fullest extent possible...while also realizing that you are a student!	2020-06-09 13:34:28	100		3127
ODNI-USA-4 Strategize and Coordinate Public Engagements for IC Leaders Drive the strategic direction of consistent communication between Intelligence Community (IC) officers and the public by planning virtual and in-person engagements for diverse and talented IC officers... Editing and proofreading, Marketing, Research, Social media management, Writing, Storytelling/blogging/vlogging	Strategize and Coordinate Public Engagements for IC Leaders	Drive the strategic direction of consistent communication between Intelligence Community (IC) officers and the public by planning virtual and in-person engagements for diverse and talented IC officers to deliver tailored messages to niche audiences with maximum impact.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	2	ODNI-USA-4		Editing and proofreading, Marketing, Research, Social media management, Writing, Storytelling/blogging/vlogging	The Intelligence Community (IC) mission is the subject of Hollywood movies, drama series, and front-page news. This opportunity provides the chance to do what all of those producers wish they could – tell the IC story from the inside. We are seeking creative, dynamic and forward-thinking individuals to help drive strategic positioning with a wide range of stakeholders and conduct ongoing evaluation of the return on investment for public events. Help pave the way in building public trust and understanding with IC officers by amplifying the voices and expertise of talented and diverse individuals. Learn how to help speakers share their authentic voice, handle tough questions, and promote inclusiveness in the IC. Collaborate with networks and connect with organizations to prioritize themes and initiatives that drive appropriate messaging to niche audiences. Recommend and coordinate top-tier opportunities for speakers that include outreach to universities, conferences, and the media. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with an interest in communications, strives to learn constantly, and is excited about partnering with experts. This project is aimed to help share the IC story and highlight the work done by intelligence officers in venues that drive recruitment and increase understanding of the IC’s incredible mission.		United States		Virtual interns will collaborate extensively online using research tools and tactics that work best for them. They will provide summaries and recommendations weekly for engagements, connecting the right IC speakers to opportunities that build trust with the public. The Intelligence Community is made up of 17 elements that each focus on a different aspect of our common mission. Dig deeper into the IC mission at intel.gov.	2020-06-09 12:36:08	100		3123
ODNI-USA-8 Wall of Spies Experience Love history? Fascinated by stories of espionage, sabotage, and betrayal? Want to help us learn from the past to make America safer today? Help curate content for the Digital Wall of Spies Experience,... Graphic design, Research, Writing	Wall of Spies Experience	Love history? Fascinated by stories of espionage, sabotage, and betrayal? Want to help us learn from the past to make America safer today? Help curate content for the Digital Wall of Spies Experience, available on the web at intel.gov.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	2	ODNI-USA-8		Graphic design, Research, Writing	From the American Revolution to the cyber revolution, spies and saboteurs among us have caused lasting damage to our national security. The National Counterintelligence and Security Center, part of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, leads America’s Counterintelligence (CI) and Security community to keep America safe from these adversaries. Learning from the past is a key part of our mission so NCSC has embarked upon a multi-year research and writing project to capture our espionage and sabotage history. The result, called the Wall of Spies Experience, includes detailed accounts of more than 135 spies who betrayed America, as well as the evolving tradecraft they used -- from ciphers, to dead drops, to digital encryption. With the completion of the Wall of Spies Experience physical installation in our headquarters, NCSC is also breaking ground on a digital version that will make all of this material accessible to the public. NCSC will begin posting the current material from these exhibits--plus additional spy stories, images and videos--on Intelligence.gov, the digital front door for the U.S. Intelligence Community, which is devoted to expanding public understanding of our activities, authorities, and our people. The digital Wall of Spies is in the early stages and we would love to have motivated lovers of history join our team. The selected virtual interns will work remotely to build upon previous research, identify additional spies and saboteurs to include in the Digital Wall of Spies, find new multimedia content, draft compelling writeups to educate and inform readers, and help us make this content accessible to the American public. You will work virtually with our graphic design team to make your work come to life, providing you a sense of contribution seeing your work posted online to educate and inform readers everywhere. As General George Washington stated during the Revolutionary War, “There is one evil I dread, and that is their spies, I could wish therefore that the most attentive watch was kept…” Help us keep watch. To see the project thus far, please visit: https://www.intel.gov/index.php/wall-of-spies/		United States		You will be one of our virtual interns augmenting the Wall of Spies Experience team whose members are geographically dispersed and therefore used to remote engagement. We will ensure you are integrated into the program to the fullest extent possible...while also realizing that you are a student!	2020-06-09 15:07:37	100		3136
ODNI-USA-2 Transparency Reports Reviewer Review publicly-released reports to recommend ways to increase the public's understanding of the reports. These reports discuss complex topics related to how the U.S. Intelligence Community uses ... Data analysis, Data visualization, Editing and proofreading, Research, Writing	Transparency Reports Reviewer	Review publicly-released reports to recommend ways to increase the public's understanding of the reports. These reports discuss complex topics related to how the U.S. Intelligence Community uses national security authorities and the related oversight to ensure compliance with the law.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	4	ODNI-USA-2		Data analysis, Data visualization, Editing and proofreading, Research, Writing	ODNI publishes reports that discuss the complicated topic of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), including a statistical report on how often the IC uses FISA and a report assessing the IC's compliance record when using FISA. You can see the reports on IC on the Record and intel.gov. Created at the direction of the President of the United States, IC on the Record - https://icontherecord.tumblr.com/ provides timely access to information about the IC. Additionally, documents are posted on intel.gov, in its "vault" library that is searchable. The reports cover complex legal concepts, can contain classified information, and are written for multiple audiences such as Congress and the public. The compliance assessment details one aspect of FISA (Section 702) and is statutorily required to be given to Congress and the FISA Court so as to provide both entities with all the information, including classified information, needed to perform legislative and judicial oversight of FISA. The assessment is usually approximately 50 pages long, is filled with complicated and heavy reading, and contains redactions of the classified information. The statistical report is required to be publicly released annually and also contains complex details explaining how the IC uses FISA and how we count the statistical information we are required to report. We are looking for an outside viewpoint to review these two reports and identify areas that need to be explained in more detail or that need to simplified. We are also looking for recommendations on the formatting of the reports to enhance readability. We want to do our best to help the public understand this complex information, in part, to ensure we live up to the IC's Principles of Intelligence Transparency and its core tenet of enhancing public understanding of the IC. Your work will be as an advisor to us as you read and review these public documents. You will provide input on the documents, collaborate with us on ways to make them easier to understand, and ensure we are using the best format to present the information, while keeping information that we are statutorily-required to report.		United States		It would be helpful if the candidate has some familiarty with legal terms, as many of our documents are heavy in legalese. This is not required, though, as our goal is to make the reports understandable by the 'average' person, regardless of background knowledge.	2020-06-05 17:36:25	100		3007
ODNI-USA-9 Data Science Guru Examine the information ODNI produces and shares on its websites, and help us improve the data and advise us on the best way to share the data we have. Data analysis, Data visualization	Data Science Guru	Examine the information ODNI produces and shares on its websites, and help us improve the data and advise us on the best way to share the data we have.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	4	ODNI-USA-9		Data analysis, Data visualization	Examine reports, articles, documents and social media information, and help ODNI use the best method to present our information. Use the principles of data science to help transform ODNI's products from text-heavy long documents to active, informative data that enhance the understanding and readability of these documents.		United States			2020-06-02 12:19:30	100		2918
ODNI-USA-1 What do Q, Jack Ryan, and 007 have in common? Innovation Tradecraft! What does the future hold for the Intelligence Community? What tools will America's spies use to collect, analyze, and disseminate secrets? What will our workforce look like? How will we conduct ... Design thinking, Editing and proofreading, Graphic design, Research, Infographic design, Writing, Storytelling/blogging/vlogging	What do Q, Jack Ryan, and 007 have in common? Innovation Tradecraft!	What does the future hold for the Intelligence Community? What tools will America's spies use to collect, analyze, and disseminate secrets? What will our workforce look like? How will we conduct our business? We are building that future. Care to join us?	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	5	ODNI-USA-1		Design thinking, Editing and proofreading, Graphic design, Research, Infographic design, Writing, Storytelling/blogging/vlogging	Do you want to equip America's spies with the tools they need to thrive in this ever-changing world? Are you interested in learning about the "business of intelligence"--in other words, how stuff actually works behind the scenes? Do you want to use your curiosity and creativity skills to support our national security? Are you willing to try new things, learn from missteps, and grow as a professional? Then this is the internship for you. You may already be familiar with CIA, NSA, and FBI, but did you know that there are actually 17 federal agencies ("elements," technically) in the Intelligence Community? The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) helps these agencies work in a more integrated fashion, share lessons learned, and move forward together. Within ODNI, the Office of Transformation and Innovation is leading the IC on topics that will be game changers in the 21st century, such as augmenting intelligence with machines, rethinking where and how our work takes place, and improving how the IC partners with the private sector. We are looking for 4-5 virtual interns to support these efforts. You will help us create training materials that help people across the IC to innovate more successfully--whether that's using machines to triage data, piloting a new recruitment program, or working with startups more effectively. Your work may include interviewing experienced innovators and documenting their sage advice, drafting primers on key innovation activities such as pitch days, and even creating your own multimedia "master class" series on how to employ your favorite entrepreneurial tradecraft tricks. If you've ever considered working in the Intelligence Community, or are debating between government and the startup world, this is the opportunity for you!		United States		We are looking for people with a wide variety of skills, so if this opportunity sparks joy and your expertise differs from the skills above, you should still consider applying. Our team values diversity of backgrounds and experience, so we encourage you to bring your whole self to the role.	2020-06-09 18:36:37	100		3166
ODNI-USA-3 Analyzing the Bear and the Dragon Use your language skills to read social and print media published in Mandarin or Russian, depending on your language of proficiency, and provide written analyses of trends in topics of counterintellig... Chinese-Mandarin req'd, Russian req'd; Analytical writing, Political Analysis, Research, Writing	Analyzing the Bear and the Dragon	Use your language skills to read social and print media published in Mandarin or Russian, depending on your language of proficiency, and provide written analyses of trends in topics of counterintelligence interest.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	2	ODNI-USA-3	Chinese-Mandarin , Russian	Analytical writing, Political Analysis, Research, Writing	Are you studying Mandarin or Russian and want an opportunity to apply your language skills to real world problems? Interested in reading what our near-peer competitors China and Russia are saying about topics that affect U.S. national security? There is tremendous value in reading native language press and social media accounts of events to gain a different perspective that helps inform U.S. policymaking. The National Counterintelligence and Security Center, part of the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, is seeking virtual interns with strong language skills to augment our mission. Our vision is to provide interns with key terms and topics of concern, such as election security, supply chain risk management, foreign influence, critical infrastructure protection, cybersecurity, and technology theft. Your job will be to leverage your school’s resources to read Mandarin or Russian language articles and posts, then provide an analysis. We are not seeking just simple article translations, but rather comparative analysis on changes over time as topics are trending. How has the sentiment in Russia changed as the fall 2020 U.S. election draws near? Has there been an increase in anti-U.S. sentiment in certain areas? How does the Russian government feel about the Administration’s intent to withdraw from the Open Skies Treaty? As the Chinese government becomes more emboldened post-COVID how is their press portraying their global ambitions? You will work in direct support of a National Counterintelligence Officer who will provide more detailed guidance and feedback on your work. This will allow you an opportunity to see what topics are of interest to policymakers throughout the year and how the Intelligence Community informs policy. This experience will also help you build an enduring relationship with Counterintelligence and Security professionals with broad networks in the field. In addition to the knowledge you will bring to NCSC, this opportunity will serve as an excellent introduction into our world and help refine and advance your career aspirations.		United States		Ideally, we will identify one Russian-language and one Mandarin-language virtual intern but are flexible. If multiple qualified candidates in both languages apply, we can expand the size of our internship to accommodate additional people. You will be supporting National Counterintelligence Officers who work out of our office in the DC area, but we will ensure you are integrated to the fullest extent possible...while also realizing that you are a student!	2020-06-16 12:21:04	100		3351
ODNI-USA-7 Multimedia, Social Media Specialist Work as a Multimedia, Social Media Specialist for ODNI. Tasks will include researching best practices and trends on social media, report on existing social media accounts, create social media content ... Editing and proofreading, Graphic design, Social media management, Writing, Storytelling/blogging/vlogging	Multimedia, Social Media Specialist	Work as a Multimedia, Social Media Specialist for ODNI. Tasks will include researching best practices and trends on social media, report on existing social media accounts, create social media content to include text, graphics and other multimedia for publication.	Office of the Director of National Intelligence	3	ODNI-USA-7		Editing and proofreading, Graphic design, Social media management, Writing, Storytelling/blogging/vlogging	ODNI's Office of Strategic Communications is the sole content manager of ODNI’s Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Youtube platforms. We work to inform the public about the activities of the ODNI and Intelligence Community through digital communications and by meeting our audiences where they are. You will help craft social media messages, lead campaigns, and propose digital content ideas. This opportunity is perfect for students who want to get their work published (text, graphics, or other multimedia content), are interested in seeing what being a creative in government is like, enjoys telling stories through text and digital communications, and looking to increase their digital skillsets.		United States		The Intelligence Community is made up of 17 elements that each focus on a different aspect of our common mission. Dig deeper into the ODNI mission at dni.gov.	2020-06-10 14:35:31	100		3258