Resources for Students

The purpose of the National Security Agency’s (NSA) OnRamp II program is to promote the technical health and diversity of students in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Students will be pursuing employment with NSA while enhancing their academic caliber.

An important element of the educational partnerships with academic institutions designated as OnRamp II schools includes:

• Academic scholarship for up to three years for qualified undergraduate and graduate students in exchange for one year of employment payback for each year of support. Deferment will be allowed for undergraduates who pursue graduate studies.
• Internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students
• Academic and career advice and assistance with NSA procedures and processing
• Opportunity for mission-focused cybersecurity research