NCIS seeks individuals who possess strong academic credentials, outstanding character, and a high degree of motivation. College internships with NCIS offer students a unique perspective into the agency, our mission, and what it takes to serve in an elite civilian federal law enforcement organization with global locations.

NCIS Honors Internship Program

The Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) Honors Internship program shapes the future generation of law enforcement professionals by offering interns hands-on, real-world experiences to gain relevant work experience, skill sets, knowledge, and professional development toward attaining educational and career goals. The internship is paid, the compensation is GS 4, Step 1. This minimum 12-week experience immerses interns in unique experiences such as law enforcement, national security, intelligence, and cyber while working alongside experienced NCIS personnel. All academic backgrounds are invited to apply. NCIS strives to place students in internships that match academic background, studies, and interests.
 
NCIS currently offers three separate internship programs annually at NCIS Headquarters or field offices:

Eligibility requirements include enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate school, minimum 3.0 GPA or higher, U.S. Citizenship, and meets NCIS drug policy, including no marijuana use in the last 3 years.

For more information about the NCIS Honors Internship program, application instructions, and NCIS internship field office locations and directorates, please reference the following documents:

• NCIS Internship Program Overview 
• NCIS Internship Field Office Locations and Directorates

• Cover letter annotating what position(s) applying for (maximum of 3) and internship field office location.
• Resume (1-3 pages). Please include anticipated graduation month and year. 
• Essay (1 page) describing background, interests, objectives, and motivation to participate in the internship program.
• Two letters of recommendation (at least one from a faculty member).
• College transcript with GPA. Unofficial or official transcripts accepted.
• Request for Biographical Information
• NCIS Background Security Questionnaire - Interns
• Authorization for Release of Information Form

NCIS Wounded Warrior Intern Program

The NCIS Wounded Warrior program is for active duty service members who are participants of the Department of Defense (DoD) Operation Warfighter (OWF) Program. The Wounded Warrior internship provides the service member, who is either waiting for medical retirement or return to active duty, the opportunity to gain professional skill sets for future employment. Internship locations include NCIS headquarters at Quantico, VA or a NCIS Field Office. Secret security clearance or higher is required, favorable NCIS suitability check, and a minimum three-month internship.

For more information, please email ncis_internships@ncis.navy.mil and specify that you are interested in the NCIS Wounded Warrior Intern Program.