Research Intern

Position Title: Research Intern
Employment Type: Temporary Internship
Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week, based on business needs
Internship End Date: June 30, 2027
Compensation: $25.00 Hourly
Location: Arlington, VA
 

Research Intern – Navy Science and Technology Team

RPI Group seeks an energetic and motivated Research Intern in support of high visibility, high impact Navy clients.  The ideal candidate will have demonstrated management and leadership abilities, strong writing and research skills, and an ability to communicate technical information in a plain style.

Responsibilities:

The Research Intern will support a high-energy technical team to prepare and execute strategies which will drive investment decisions for the Navy’s most valuable equities and shape the character of future naval forces. The Research Intern will:

• Synthesize written material from multiple sources, including academic research, technical reports, policies, Congressional record, scholarship, journals, and open source articles.
• Deliver different types of written products, including white papers, briefs, memos, and executive correspondence.
• Prepare and staff written products for information, coordination, or decision.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate team meetings.
• Prepare products for workshops, technical reviews, and external engagements.
• Identify outcomes of any engagements, note actions, assign due dates, and track progress.
• Organize both small working groups and large meetings.
• Organize and lead small group projects or studies.
• Collaborate with and connect diverse stakeholders. 
• Be able to work independently and within a team.

Requirements:

• Enrolled in an accredited educational institution, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in any field.  Academic background in national security studies, policy, management, natural sciences, social sciences, or engineering is desired. 
• Strong analytic, research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Ability to successfully pass a background investigation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Travel and work onsite with team for a week at the beginning and conclusion of the internship

RPI Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.