The department provides a dynamic educational experience that extends beyond the classroom, with a strong emphasis on experiential learning.

Students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through internships in a variety of prestigious organizations. These internships are completed the summer before senior year (1st Class year). They allow students to apply their knowledge in real-world settings, particularly in areas such as defense, intelligence, cybersecurity, and policy analysis. 

Locations for these internships which are crucial for preparation to enter the field after graduation have included:

• Office of Homeland Security (OHS)
• Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
• Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
• Secret Service
• Marine Corps and National Defense Universities
• U.S. Army War College
• Capitol Hill