Location & Work Arrangement
HYBRID: The Intelligence Launch Internship operates on a hybrid model, requiring interns to work a mixed schedule of remote and in-person attendance. Interns must attend the CrowdStrike Arlington office for team meetings, collaboration sessions, and other essential events.
Time Commitment: Interns are expected to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, during standard business hours.
Start & End dates
Wednesday, June 2 2027 - Friday, August 20, 2027
Monday, June 14, 2027 - Friday, September 3, 2027
About the Program
The CrowdStrike Launch Internship Program is an exclusive early-career opportunity designed for exceptional sophomore level students (Class of 2029 or 2030). This program offers students the chance to gain hands-on experience at one of the world's leading cybersecurity companies while still early in their academic journey.
About the Role
CrowdStrike's Counter Adversary Operations (CAO) department is seeking Intelligence Launch Interns to join one of three teams: the Analytical Support Team (AST), the Intelligence Analysis Cell (IAC) or the Collections team. Depending on your placement, you may contribute to daily cyber threat intelligence reporting, investigative analysis of state-affiliated actors and hacktivists, or OSINT collection and adversary tracking. Across all three teams, interns work alongside seasoned professionals, contribute to real customer-facing intelligence products and build deep situational awareness of the global cyber threat landscape.
What You’ll Do
Track adversaries in various online communities and conduct OSINT investigations to uncover adversary behavior, motivations and the organizations and individuals that enable threat actors
Publish concise, customer-facing intelligence products, applying analytic tradecraft and incorporating prior CrowdStrike finished intelligence
Monitor, collect and triage open-source reporting — including news articles, industry blogs, vendor reports, government releases and foreign language sources — to identify notable cyber threat developments
Collaborate with CAO teams and subject matter experts (SMEs) on content reviews, flag activity of interest and support process improvement projects as needed
Provide operational support to internal teams, helping them gain and sustain visibility into adversary-focused online environments.
What You'll Need
Current enrollment in a 4-year University working towards a BA or BS degree in Intelligence Studies, Security Studies, International Relations, Cybersecurity, Regional Studies, or a related field
Graduating in 2029 or 2030
Strong writing, research and analytical skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise work under deadline
Foundational knowledge of analytic tradecraft and cybersecurity concepts, gained through coursework, projects or prior experience
Strong organization and communication skills, with the ability to incorporate feedback and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and drive business outcomes
Bonus Points
Foreign language proficiency; functional or professional fluency in Hindi, Urdu, Vietnamese, Bahasa Indonesia, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, or Korean
Knowledge of or interest in analysis of regional governments or non-state groups, specifically entities involved in conducting or supporting cyber operations
An investigative mindset, self-motivation, and desire to disrupt adversaries
Prior intelligence or analytic writing experience through academic work, internships, military service, student organizations or competitions
Familiarity with OSINT research methodologies, tools and online forums
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What You Can Expect
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Paid holidays (including birthday holidays) and 401k matching (where applicable)
Professional development opportunities including workshops, tech talks, and Executive Speaker Series
Assigned mentors from across the company for continuous support and feedback
Participation in companywide initiatives including FalconFIT, Wellness Programs, and Employee Assistance Program
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Ownership of impactful projects that move the company forward
Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.
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