Employment & Internships
We currently have positions available both for
Careers and for
Internships with BENS. Please see specific
requirements below.
Director of National Accounts (DC) At Business Executives for National Security (BENS), our interns are a valuable resource. Interns are given substantive research and writing assignments in one of more of BENS’ major policy areas; these include the homeland security and nonproliferation projects of our New Threats and Business Force initiatives, as well as the Pentagon and military reform focus of our Tail-to-Tooth program. Along with tracking and analyzing policy, there are ample opportunities for attending Congressional hearings and meeting with key governmental figures. In addition, as a final project in their assigned area, all interns are asked to create and present an original proposal for new BENS action. These are not ideas simply put on a shelf. Several of these projects have been implemented in the past. Term BENS offers internships throughout the year. Spring terms typically run January-May, Summer terms June-August, and Fall terms September-December. Requirements BENS accepts interns from all backgrounds and degree programs. Strong writing and research skills are a must, as is an interest in national security issues. You must be computer-literate and Internet-savvy; we use the Microsoft Office suite of software. For more information, please call (202) 296-2125 or email internships@bens.org. To Apply Please send a concise cover letter, a one page resume and 2-3 page writing sample to: Intern Coordinator or fax it to (202) 296-2490 Applications must be sent by mail or fax only; please do not submit an application by email. Deadlines for receipt of applications: |