Internships

ROTC also provides additional training opportunities for Cadets in specialized areas, technical fields, and research. The Department of Defense, universities, various government and civilian agencies offer internships to more than 400 Army ROTC Cadets annually.

Examples of available internships include U.S. Army Cyber (ARCYBER), MIT Lincoln Lab Internship (MITLL), National Security Agency (NSA), Nuclear Science & Engineering Research Center (NSERC), JAG Corps (JAG), and the Army Medical Department (AMEDD) as well as opportunities at West Point and the FBI.

Nurse Summer Training Program (NSTP) is a specialized clinical elective within the Army ROTC nursing track, designed for cadets pursuing a nursing degree. Typically undertaken between the junior and senior years of college, this program provides real-world experience that most nurses do not receive until after graduation. Cadets complete 120 or more clinical hours under the mentorship of an experienced Army nurse at a military treatment facility (MTF), building a strong foundation and gaining hands-on clinical experience while still in school.

Upon completing the NSTP and graduating, cadets are commissioned as Second Lieutenants in the U.S. Army. After passing the NCLEX-RN exam, they attend the Basic Officer Leadership Course (BOLC) at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, before reporting to their first assignment at one of the Army's medical centers.

The NSTP serves as a pivotal step in shaping future Army Nurse Corps officers, providing them with invaluable clinical experience and leadership training in a military healthcare setting.

Learn More about the ROTC Nursing Pathway

The Chaplaincy Internship Program (CHIP) is a specialized summer internship offered by the U.S. Army ROTC for Cadets pursuing a career as Army Chaplains. This program provides an immersive experience, allowing Cadets to observe and participate in the daily responsibilities of military chaplains. CHIP offers ROTC Cadets a unique opportunity to explore the chaplaincy profession, providing valuable insights and experiences that can inform their future career decisions.

Program Overview

• Target Audience: Primarily for MSIII (junior) Cadets interested in pursuing an academic delay to attend seminary and become Army Chaplains. MSIV (senior) Cadets graduating in December or later may apply as an exception to policy.
• Duration & Locations: Typically spans three weeks during the summer. Cadets may serve at various Army installations both within the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS).

Experience Gained: Interns observe chaplains in action, participating in activities such as memorial services, counseling sessions, and advising commanders. This hands-on exposure helps Cadets understand the multifaceted role of a military chaplain.

The Public Affairs Officer Internship Program (PAOIP) is a summer internship offered by the U.S. Army Cadet Command, providing college students—particularly those majoring in communications, journalism, or related fields—with hands-on experience in military public affairs. The PAOIP offers a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the dynamic field of military public affairs, providing valuable experience that can serve as a foundation for future careers in communications and media relations.

Cadets will write and edit articles, coordinate media events, respond to media inquiries, support multimedia production, and cover Army events and activities. The Program typically lasts about 12 weeks and is held at Fort Knox, Kentucky, with potential assignments at other Army installations such as Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, and Fort Monroe, Virginia.

The Forensic Internship Program (FIP) is a structured educational and professional development opportunity designed for students interested in forensic science, criminal justice, or related fields. Located in Largo, Florida, Cadets would be exposed to and taught how to examine fingerprints, tire tracks, and footwear impressions, as well as explosives detection, chemical analysis, media exploitation, IED investigation, and deployable forensic laboratories and capabilities at the National Forensic Science Technology Center (NFSTC).

The Army Medical Department Internship Program (AMEDDIP) offers college students a chance to gain practical experience in military medical and healthcare environments. It aims to develop future healthcare leaders and promote awareness of Army Medical Department (AMEDD) careers. Typically a summer program, lasting 4 to 8 weeks, Cadets would be assigned to Army Medical Centers and Hospitals across the U.S. (e.g., Walter Reed, Brooke Army Medical Center).

Key Features:

• Hands-On Experience: Interns observe and participate in administrative, clinical, or research activities within Army medical facilities.
• Professional Development: Exposure to military healthcare operations, ethics, leadership, and medical logistics.
• Mentorship: Guidance from military medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, administrators, and researchers.
• Rotational Assignments: Interns may rotate through various departments such as emergency medicine, surgery, logistics, or administration.

This internship is sponsored by the US Army Corp of Engineers (USACE). The Engineer Internship Program (EIP) is designed to provide engineering students with practical, real-world experience in engineering fields. It prepares participants for professional careers by exposing them to engineering projects, tools, and workplace environments. Cadets may perform engineering functions such as design, project management, project engineer, construction representative (Quality Assurance), GIS, and more. Program focus is engineering majors. Majority of slots focus on civil, mechanical and environmental engineering; however, all engineers should apply.