[Hiring] Business Intelligence Analyst Intern @Morgan 6

Role Description

Morgan 6 (M6) is seeking a motivated and analytically minded Business Intelligence Analyst Intern interested in applying business research, data analysis, and investigative techniques to real-world national security challenges. This internship focuses on vendor risk analysis, foreign ownership and influence, and commercial supply chain intelligence. Working alongside M6's intelligence and data science professionals, the intern will:

• Research domestic and international companies.
• Examine corporate ownership structures.
• Identify relationships with foreign entities.
• Assess potential risks associated with foreign actors in commercial supply chains.

The position provides hands-on experience in business intelligence, open-source research, data analysis, and network mapping. Students will learn how publicly available information and commercial data can be used to identify corporate relationships, evaluate potential risks, and support analytical assessments for government and defense customers. No previous professional experience is required. We are looking for intellectually curious students who enjoy research, problem-solving, and discovering connections between companies, individuals, and organizations.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Intelligence Studies, International Relations, Political Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Strong interest in national security, business intelligence, international business, or investigative research.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with organizing and reviewing data.
• Strong research, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to document findings accurately.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing assigned deadlines.
• Curiosity, initiative, and willingness to learn new research methods and analytical tools.

Requirements

• Coursework or academic interest in international security, geopolitical risk, supply chain management, or corporate research.
• Familiarity with open-source intelligence (OSINT) concepts or research methods.
• Exposure to Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or data visualization tools.
• Basic understanding of corporate ownership structures, international business, or financial relationships.
• Experience with academic research projects, data analysis, or mapping relationships between entities.
• Introductory knowledge of SQL, databases, or network analysis tools.
• Prior professional experience, intelligence analysis experience, and proficiency with specialized analytical software are not required.

What You'll Learn

• Understand how commercial business information can support national security research and risk assessments.
• Develop skills in open-source research, source evaluation, corporate ownership analysis, and identifying business relationships.
• Learn how analysts assess vendors, foreign ownership and influence, and potential vulnerabilities within commercial supply chains.
• Gain exposure to Excel, data visualization, relationship mapping, and other research and analytical tools used by M6 teams.
• Strengthen critical thinking, analytical writing, communication, and presentation skills while working with experienced intelligence and data science professionals.
• Learn how research and analytical assessments support government and defense customers.

Schedule & Compensation

This is a part-time internship requiring approximately 10–20 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate academic schedules. Remote work opportunities and project-based assignments may be available depending on business needs.

• Compensation varies based on factors such as location, experience, and skill set.
• For positions based in California, Colorado, D.C., Maryland, New York, or Washington, the salary range is from $10.00 to $20.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, technical skills, and relevant experience.

Drug Free Workplace

M6 is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Reasonable Accommodations

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, M6 is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with M6 and need assistance or accommodation to use our website, please contact us by phone (843) 258-9947. Provide your contact information and describe the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries related to accommodation requests.