Social Science Intern

Peraton is seeking post-undergraduate Social Scientist Interns, with a background in international relations, political science, communication, anthropology, social psychology or related field, to support a Cyber Mission program 100% remotely. The ideal candidate will support the program full-time (40 hours per week) over summer 2025 and switch to part-time (20 hours per week) during the academic year, from September 2025 through June 2026. We are also willing to consider a full-time internship for a 12-month period if desired (July 2025 – June 2026). The ideal candidate will provide analytic support with the following responsibilities: Analyze geopolitical events in [the Middle East or Asia], providing answers to requests for information (RFIs) and support (RFS), typically 1-5 pages in length. Evaluate media / communication narratives by state and non-state actors (to include violent extremist organizations and militia groups). Utilize social media and AI-enabled analytic tool suites in order to identify trends in the information environment. Support knowledge management in the Operationally Dynamic Information Network (ODIN) data lake and reporting structure. Support potential white paper and/or article development. Support the review of opinion research data. Support the development of technical capabilities in ODIN through helping to research and model real-world geopolitical / military operational scenarios.