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Fall 2026 Analyst Intern - Wildlife & Natural Resource Security

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

OVERVIEW

As an Investigative Analyst Intern, you will conduct in-depth research on transnational illicit & malign networks. You will work with a supervising analyst on a project in one of five analytical cells: Wildlife & Natural Resource Security, Organized Crime, Human Security & Conflict Prevention, State-Sponsored Threats, or Strategic Trade & Competition. From wildlife trafficking to nuclear proliferation, you will produce timely analysis on real-world issues and have the opportunity to make an impact.

In addition to attending a series of trainings on methodologies for open source data analysis and tools such as Palantir and Windward, Investigative Analyst Interns receive one-on-one mentorship to advance their professional development. 

PAST C4ADS INVESTIGATIVE ANALYST INTERNS HAVE: 

  • Contributed research to public reports
  • Drafted dossiers on networks engaged in human trafficking; illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing; kleptocracy; arms smuggling; and more
  • Briefed law enforcement and civil society partners 
  • Produced data visualizations 
  • Developed standard operating procedures for accessing specialized datasets around the world 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Learn and apply advanced open source investigative methods to conduct detailed analysis of transnational illicit networks, including on wildlife trafficking, illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, and illicit timber and mineral extraction
  • Write a range of analytical products for government and/or civil society partners
  • Use cutting-edge analytical tools like Palantir and Kpler to support research on illicit networks
  • Gain exposure to the variety and potential analytical applications of publicly available information (PAI)

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Dedication to our values and passion for our mission
  • Overseas work or research experience
  • Native or professional-level fluency in Spanish, Chinese, French, Bahasa Indonesia or other foreign languages to support research
  • Track record of examining illicit networks or natural resource security
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Undergraduate studies in any related field
  • Proven interest in or experience with data and technology
  • Experience with geospatial analysis is a plus, but not at all required!

PROGRAM DETAILS

  • Open to current undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates.
  • Program starts 9/1/2016 and will run 12-14 weeks
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the US; C4ADS does not sponsor work authorizations for interns
  • Stipend of up to $9,600 per semester, for interns who can commit to at least 30 hours per week
  • Please note that we ask you are able to commit to at least 30 hours per week to your work. 

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