Project Fellow

Description:

We are seeking an OSINT-savvy undergraduate, graduate, or early career fellow for a paid remote 8-week, 5 to 10-hour-per-week project focused on monitoring and tracking far-right extremist activity. The fellow will conduct deep-dive research into online extremist spaces to identify and compile a database of upcoming in-person extremist events, rallies, conferences, and gatherings across the U.S.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of far-right extremism, prominent groups, and the digital platforms where these events are planned and announced. This role requires familiarity with OSINT methodologies, threat monitoring, and investigative research in non-traditional digital spaces.

Fellow will be classified as an independent contractor of Open Shadows.

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT A CYBERSECURITY ROLE.

Qualifications

• Strong research and analytical skills

• Proficiency in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) methods

• Knowledge of far-right extremism, key groups, and online ecosystems

• Familiarity with non-traditional digital platforms and social media networks

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work independently while maintaining collaboration with the team

• Experience in counter-extremism, digital investigations, or security analysis is a plus

• Bachelor’s degree (or current student) in a related field such as Political Science, International Relations, Security Studies, or a relevant discipline is preferred, but not strictly required.