"I had a great experience at CNS. I met some very interesting and intelligent people, with genuine drive and passion for nonproliferation and disarmament.

I enjoyed working at EANP and getting to know the people there. They were all very supportive and encouraging toward me, and respected my input and perspective. I was allowed to craft my own research plan and agenda, working within the goals and priorities of EANP to match my interests with theirs.

I'm very happy with the products I ended up with this summer, and I am glad to have had this unique opportunity to explore my interests in such a supportive environment."

"The internship was a great experience that helped me learn about nonproliferation through research and discussion with staff members. The lectures were the most unique aspect of the program. Having the ability to interact with these experts was a fantastic experience, considering that at my university, such experts are not available for conversations.

If anyone asks about my experience at CNS, I will highlight my work on the Resolution 1540 project, the discussions at lectures, my increased understanding about international organizations and the interaction with staff and knowledgeable graduate students. Additionally, it provided me the opportunity to experience a different part of the country."

"CNS is the most comprehensive institute and has the most welcoming program for undergraduate students with little or no experience in nonproliferation.

While at CNS, I was an intern in NISNP. I researched and wrote articles for NTI country profiles for mostly Russia and Ukraine. My research included nuclear energy, American and international nuclear and chemical weapons assistance programs and the nexus of domestic politics and nuclear weapons. All of these fields were new to me, but the NISNP staff helped me out with their expert knowledge. A definite bonus was the lectures, discussions and strategy group meeting: although my work was specific, I gained general knowledge because of these talks."

"Interning at CNS was one of the most valuable summer experiences I have ever had. My choice to spend the summer at CNS was primarily motivated by my conviction in the value of its mission to retard the global proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Through my internship I engaged in graduate-level research on a number of significant projects with leading professionals in nonproliferation and related fields.

Furthermore, everyone at CNS worked hard to make my internship a holistic learning experience, and I benefited greatly from the classes and seminars offered. I felt like a fully enfranchised member of CNS community. There was never a lack of stimulating conversation or novel perspectives on pressing issues. Not only was I surrounded by an eclectic international crowd of students, academics and professionals, I was engaged in work that was both cutting-edge and meaningful. Especially working with the Chemical and Biological Weapons Nonproliferation Department, I gained valuable specialized expertise. In particular, I worked on a number of projects of which at least one will see publication.

I would recommend the CNS summer internship program for anyone serious (or seriously curious) about international relations or the future of global nonproliferation. The summer in Monterey was also wonderful bonus. I loved the seals, the surf, the history and the setting."