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IQT (In-Q-Tel)

Research Assistant Intern – Insights

IQT (In-Q-Tel)

. Identify, collect, synthesize, and organize relevant quantitative and qualitative information to support Insights products .

Posted 9/21/2026internshipMcLean • Virginia • United StatesEntry Level💰 $35 - $45 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong research and analytical abilities, with a focus on venture capital, emerging technology, and national security. Proficient in synthesizing information and collaborating on insights products while integrating AI tools into research workflows.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Research And Analytical AbilitiesVenture Capital KnowledgeStrong Written And Verbal CommunicationOrganizational And Time Management SkillsFamiliarity With The Intelligence Community

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Hard Skills
Data SynthesisQualitative AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisStrategic Initiative SupportAI Tool Integration
Soft Skills
Detail-OrientedSelf-StarterCollaborative Mindset
Industry Keywords
National SecurityGeopoliticsInternational RelationsEntrepreneurshipTechnology And Innovation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Identify, collect, synthesize, and organize relevant quantitative and qualitative information to support Insights products
  • Draft and contribute to Insights products in collaboration with Research Managers
  • Triage, organize, and manage information from IQT offices to support knowledge sharing
  • Lead or assist with strategic initiatives
  • Analyze global trends in venture capital, emerging technology, and national security
  • Review existing IQT research to identify key analytic judgements, uncover critical gaps, and highlight areas for additional analysis
  • Support the integration of AI tools into research and writing workflows by surveying relevant capabilities and identifying solutions aligned with team needs
  • Provide ad hoc support as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • U.S. Citizenship is required due to contractual obligations
  • Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate or graduate-level degree with prior experience, strong coursework, or demonstrated interest in investing, venture capital, and entrepreneurship; technology and innovation; and national security, geopolitics, and international relations
  • Excellent research and analytical abilities
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
  • Self-starter with a collaborative mindset
  • Familiarity with the Intelligence Community and/or Department of War a plus