Spring 2025 Internship Application Form

Your Name

First Name *

Middle Initial

Last Name *

Contact Information

Permanent Address *

Apt, Suite, Floor, etc.

City *

State *

Zip

Phone *

Email *

Demographic Information

Gender *

Race or Ethnicity *

If you selected other in the race category, please elaborate.

If you selected other, please describe.

Are you a U.S. veteran, currently in the U.S. military, or a dependent of a veteran or current member of the military? *

Note: this will not play into admissions decisions. It will only be used for data collection, and diversity recording purposes.

Citizenship and Visa Information

U.S. Citizen *

Non-citizens are welcome to apply, but a few of our projects require U.S. citizenship. This is noted in the project description.

If you are NOT a U.S. citizen, do you have a Visa that will allow you to undertake an internship in the U.S.? *

This information is requested in order to ensure sufficient time is allowed for the processing of paperwork required in relation to your Visa if you are offered an internship. Answering "no" is not considered as part of our selection criteria, as long as you can provide proof of work authorization at the time the internship offer is accepted. Please also note that although we try to make sure all paperwork is processed in time for you to participate in our program we cannot guarantee this.

If you do already have a Visa, which type of Visa will you have during the semester you are applying for? If you do NOT already have a Visa, what type of Visa are you are applying for? *

If you selected "Other" for the type of Visa you will apply for, you MUST indicate here what arrangements you are making.

Education Information

High School Information

High School Name *

I graduated from high school in the United States, a U.S. territory, or in a DoDDS. *

High School - State

If you did not graduate from a high school in the United States, a U.S. territory, or DoDEA location, please indicate the first choice, "International."

Undergraduate/Baccalaureate Institution Information

Degree Obtained *

Degree Title *

Graduation Date *

Field/Area of Study/Major *

Institution Name *

Institution State *

Credits Completed *

GPA *

Are you a first-generation college student? The University of Maryland defines a first-generation college student as a student whose parent(s)/legal guardian(s) have not completed a bachelor's degree. This means you are the first person in your family to attend a four-year college/university to attain a bachelor's degree. *

Graduate/Post-Baccalaureate Institution Information

Degree Obtained *

Degree Title

Field/Area of Study/Major

Institution Name

Institution State

Other Academic Institution Information

Degree Obtained

Degree Title

Field/Area of Study/Major

Institution Name

Institution State

Other Education Information

Current Academic Status *

University of Maryland UID#

University of Maryland Directory ID

Internship

Which START projects are you interested in?

Please indicate which of the projects below you would like to apply for. In the "other areas of interest" field, please indicate if you would like to be considered for another project, in the event you are not selected for your first choice project. You may select up to two additional projects for this question.

First choice START project *

Other areas of interest (do NOT identify more than two) *

Previous Contact with START

Prior Internship *

Project Name

Primary Supervisor

Internship Date

Have you ever been involved in any of START's other education programs? If so, check all that apply:

How did you first find out about START's internships? *

Supplementary Application Materials

Will you be undertaking this internship for academic credit or to fulfill a requirement of your degree program? *

Do you anticipate having additional UMD employment or appointment (graduate assistantship or teaching assistantship) during the semester for which you are applying for a START internship? *

Please list contact details for three references:

First Reference

Name *

Title / Position *

Relationship *

Email *

Phone *

Second Reference

Name *

Title / Position *

Relationship *

Email *

Phone *

Third Reference

Name *

Title / Position *

Relationship *

Phone *

Required Documents

The following materials must be submitted as a packet in one PDF file in this order:

1. One-page cover letter addressing the following items:

Why are you interested in interning at START?
How did you become interested in terrorism studies?
Highlight your research and data experience

2. One-page resume

3. Unofficial transcript(s)

Required Documents *

One file only.
2 MB limit.
Allowed types: pdf.

Information on stipends

Submit Application

You will not receive confirmation of receipt of application.
Due to the high volume of applications, only top candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. You will receive notification if you were not selected after December 9, 2024.
All internships include a stipend of $2,250 for the fall and spring semesters, and $3,000 for the summer term
Any successful applicant will be asked to respond with a firm acceptance within 48 hours of the offer being made. Failure to respond could result in your place being given to another applicant.
Failure to complete this form in full or submit the proper materials according to the directions provided above could result in your application being rejected without further consideration.
All interns must attend START Intern Orientation.
All interns must be able to participate in the internship program for the duration of the program/semester dates.

Conditions of Employment:

Intern offers are contingent on completion of a background check. A prior criminal conviction or convictions will not automatically disqualify a finalist from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, individuals will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding their background check. Individuals will also be provided an opportunity to appeal any decision prior to a final outcome.

Additionally, accepted interns will be required to complete an I-9 Employment Eligibility Authorization, which may require in-person delivery. Lastly, accepted interns will be required to complete a Federal W4, State W4, and Direct Deposit forms. Non-U.S. Citizens will have additional tax/payroll paperwork to complete. The inability to complete any of these documents or processes may result in the internship offer being rescinded.

If you have difficulty submitting your application or have questions about your application status, please contact us at internships@start.umd.edu. To request an ASL interpreter or other accommodations, please email diverseterps@umd.edu.

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