Student Opportunities
When you’re part of the CIA, you can.
To say working at the CIA as a student is unique would be an understatement. Whether you’re in an internship, Cooperative Education (Co-op) program or scholarship program, you are tackling some of the most critical work that keeps our nation safe.
Offered throughout the year in the Washington, DC area, our paid student programs span various fields of study. From accounting and finance, to foreign languages, economics, engineering and information technology, we need talented and intelligent people to do the work that protects all Americans. As you work alongside experts in your field, you will obtain real-world insight into the CIA and Intelligence Community – preparing you for a career more impactful than you ever dreamed possible.
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Student Programs Overview
Find out the difference between an internship and co-op, when you need to apply and much more.
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