Summer Internship: XR Training for High-Risk Military Operations

Our Company

Warfighter Consulting specializes in innovative cognitive training solutions that enhance human performance. Our team combines expertise in operational psychology, human performance, and cutting-edge technology to develop advanced training systems for high-performance environments.

Project Overview

We're seeking graduate students or exceptional undergraduates to contribute to an exciting cognitive enhancement project that combines digital applications, virtual reality, and physical challenges. This extended-reality (XR) system will be used to prepare military personnel for work in high-risk environments, integrating cutting-edge cognitive science with practical operational requirements.

Internship Responsibilities

• Develop physical training concepts that integrate specific cognitive domains with precise motor movements
• Design physical challenges that target multiple dimensions of human performance including strength, endurance, physiological regulation, and cognitive processing
• Assist in developing neuropsychological assessment materials with real-world operational relevance
• Document neuropsychological assessment literature findings with emphasis on performance under stress
• Help integrate virtual and real-world elements into seamless XR training experiences
• Support the development of performance assessment protocols that capture both physical and cognitive metrics
• Participate in prototype testing and provide user experience feedback from both technical and psychological perspectives
• Document findings and contribute to project reports for both scientific and military stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Psychology, Human Factors, Computer Science, or related field (exceptional undergraduates will be considered)
• Strong understanding of the relationship between physical movement and cognitive function
• Knowledge of neuropsychological assessment principles and their application in performance contexts
• Experience with physical training or exercise program design
• Ability to synthesize and document scientific literature with practical applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in multiple disciplines including exercise physiology, motor learning, and cognitive psychology
• Familiarity with cognitive and neuropsychological assessment tools and their operational applications
• Experience with extended reality (VR/AR) technologies or strong interest in XR development
• Experience designing integrated physical and cognitive activities
• Understanding of physiological monitoring techniques and performance metrics
• Interest in military psychology, operational performance, or national security applications
• Programming experience or familiarity with software development processes
• Research experience related to human performance optimization

You Will Learn

• Applied methods in neuropsychological assessment with military-relevant applications
• Techniques for optimizing motor learning and cognitive development in high-stakes environments
• Extended-reality program development principles from conceptualization to implementation
• Development of comprehensive performance measurement systems for complex human activities
• Research-based approaches to training program development with real-world impact
• Skills for working with multi-disciplinary teams including scientists, military personnel, and software developers
• How cognitive science principles translate to practical training solutions for specialized populations

Details

• Duration: 8-10 weeks (Summer 2025)
• Location: Fully remote
• Compensation: TBD based on experience and education level
• Hours: 20-40 hours/week, flexible scheduling
• Mentorship: Direct guidance from experienced operational psychologists and training developers

Application Process

Please submit your CV/resume and a brief statement (500 words max) describing your interest in extended-reality, cognitive-physical training integration, and military applications. Explain how your academic background and personal interests would contribute to this project. Send materials to admin@warfighterpsych.com with the subject line "XR Internship Application" by April 15, 2025.

We particularly encourage applications from individuals with diverse academic backgrounds who are passionate about interdisciplinary approaches to human performance optimization. Prior military experience is not required, but an interest in supporting military readiness through innovative training solutions is essential.