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Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research

Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate Office of University Programs sponsors the Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program for undergraduate and graduate students. HS-POWER is open to students majoring in a broad spectrum of homeland security related science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines as well as DHS mission-relevant research areas.

As a participant in the HS-POWER Program, you will participate in quality research experiences with federal research facilities and other HS-STEM focused entities nationwide either onsite or in a virtual environment. This experience will provide you with a competitive edge as you apply your education, talent and skills in a variety of settings within the DHS enterprise. You will also establish connections with DHS professionals that facilitate long-term relationships between yourself, researchers, DHS personnel and research facilities.


Meet a former HS-Power Participant: Tesfa Greaves

Tesfa Greaves took a childhood passion for technology and joined the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in their mission to protect the U.S. from online threats.

Read more about Tesfa

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