Application Process
It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure the application is complete and submitted. In order to submit a complete application, one must provide the following documents in a word or pdf file and email to
smdcstem@pcifederal.com by November 30, 2025.
1.
Online Application Form
2.
Resume and Biography
3.
Unofficial Transcript
4.
Professional Headshot (jpeg or png)
5.
Letter of Reference (Professional)
6.
Letter of Reference (Community)
7.
Letter of Reference (Personal)
Important Notice: Applications submitted after the deadline (November 30, 2025) will NOT be considered.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered for a USASMDC TC STEM internship.
- U.S. citizen (no dual citizenship)
- 18 years of age or older at time of application (NOT APPLICABLE for HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS)
- Full-time student or recent graduate in good academic standing
- GPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale
- Major in a STEM or relevant academic discipline
- Possession of a federal ID, such as a REAL ID* or a valid U.S. passport
- Ability to acquire a Secret Security Clearance (NOT APPLICABLE for HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS)
*To learn more about what a “Real ID” is, please visit the DHS website below or your state’s DMV website: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/real-id-faqs
Application Process
Join a transformative internship program that fosters innovation and practical skills in space and missile defense technologies.
Important Notice: Applications submitted after the deadline (November 30, 2025) will NOT be considered.
Background Investigations
Applicants are required to obtain a security clearance to qualify for this internship. This involves conducting and passing an extensive background investigation. The investigation verifies and corroborates key information and events from the applicant’s past and recent history. This may include interviews of people who know the applicant well. The investigator may conduct a face-to-face interview with the applicant as part of the process.
Application Timeline
September 1
Application Opens
November 30
Application Deadline
December 1
Review of Applications
December 15
Interviews and Final Selections
January 15
On-Boarding Process Begins
About PCI Productions
PCI Productions, LLC is a company under PCI Federal Services, a group of companies owned by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. As part of PCI Federal Services, PCI Productions was established to deliver communications, administrative, and professional services to federal agencies—building on the Poarch Band of Creek Indians' 25-year legacy of federal contracting excellence. PCI Productions is the prime contractor for the SMDC STEM Internship Program and is managing the application process and selection.
Contact
For questions and further information:
Dr. Edwan O'Neal
Senior Program Manager
PCI Productions
Phone: 256.361.9474
Email: smdcstem@pcifederal.com