Research Intern - Geopolitical Threat Intelligence

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Min Experience: 3 years

Location: hybrid, Remote (India), Hyderabad, Mumbai

JobType: full-time

We are looking for a detail-oriented Research Intern to become part of our Threat Intelligence team. This position combines elements of international relations, global policy, and AI engineering. The ideal candidate will investigate trends in cross-border cybercrime, state-sponsored fraud techniques, and shifts in geopolitical landscapes to help organize global threat-assessment data for our AI models.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform in-depth research on international cybercrime patterns, cross-border financial fraud, and geopolitical cyber threats.

Translate complex data related to international relations into structured formats for our AI development teams, enabling the creation of predictive global defense frameworks.

Contribute to the preparation of IronTrex foundational "Global Threat Assessment Reports" tailored for enterprise and BFSI stakeholders.

Analyze the effects of international regulatory changes on the global cybersecurity environment.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Currently studying for or having recently obtained an advanced degree (M.Phil or Master’s) in International Relations, Global Affairs, Geopolitics, or a closely related field.

Strong understanding of global systems, international policy, and their relationships with cyber warfare and digital finance.

Outstanding written communication abilities, with prior experience in drafting academic papers or policy intelligence reports.

Skills

Research Scientist