Office of Science and Technology Policy Internship, White House – Washington D.C.

In 1976, recognizing the need to coordinate the Federal science and technology policy, and provide the President with the best possible guidance on advances in science and technology, Congress established the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP). Today, OSTP works to maximize the benefits of science and technology to advance health, prosperity, security, environmental quality, and justice for all Americans.OSTP is composed of a Director’s Office and six core policy teamsClimate and EnvironmentEnergyHealth and Life SciencesNational SecurityScience and Society, and the U.S. Chief Technology Officer. We are guided by a core set of values. OSTP advises the President jointly with the Office of Management and Budget on Federal research development in budgets, works closely with the National Security Council on the American Pandemic Preparedness Plan, and leads the White House Cancer Moonshot. OSTP’s Senate-confirmed Director may also serve as Assistant to the President for Science and Technology. The Director co-chairs the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) and supports the Cabinet-level National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), which is chaired by the President.

Internship Details

Interns will receive a stipend of  $7,500 for participation in the program. Internships will be hosted in person on the White House campus, located in Washington, D.C. Please note that living accommodations and relocation support will not be provided. All internships are full-time and participants must be able to commit 35-40 hours per week (Monday-Friday).

Applicants who receive an offer will be required to complete the Standard Form (SF) 86 to determine whether they meet security eligibility requirements.  Information requested on the SF86 that could affect eligibility includes, but is not limited to, an applicant’s connections to foreign governments, criminal history, financial debts and tax compliance, and prior drug use (including marijuana, regardless of whether the marijuana use was permitted under state law).

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Males must be registered with Selective Service
  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate college, community college, or university
  • Must obtain a favorable security determination and pass a pre-employment drug test

Key Dates for Upcoming Sessions

OA offers three internship programs each year: Fall, Spring, and Summer.

SUMMER 2023

  1. Program Start Date: Monday, June 5, 2023
  2. Program End Date:  Friday, August 11, 2023
  3. Application Open Date:  Tuesday, January 17, 2023
  4. Application Close Date:  Friday, February, 10, at 11:59 PM ET

* If you are not a U.S. Citizen you should not apply for this internship*

APPLY HERE NOW!

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