AI Futures: Building the Next Generation of National Security AI Talent

Mantel Technologies (AI Futures Program)
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2025-06-10
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Solution Details

Category
Workforce Development / Talent Acquisition
Pricing
Fixed Price
Maturity
Established
Executive Summary

This video pitch presents AI Futures, a program designed to address the shortage of AI talent within the Department of Defense (DoD) by creating a pipeline of students from diverse backgrounds. AI Futures engages students through hands-on experiences and provides resources like mentorship and resume building to prepare them for national security careers. The program aims to broaden the talent pool by reaching students who may not traditionally consider government roles. Key results include engaging nearly 10,000 students and submitting over 200 resumes to DoD partners.

Problem Addressed

The Department of Defense urgently needs AI talent but struggles to attract top candidates who are unaware of opportunities in national security. Traditional recruiting is fragmented, underfunded, and doesn't reach a broad enough talent pool.

Key Pain Points:

  • Lack of awareness among students about civilian career opportunities in national security
  • Limited interaction between students and the DoD
  • Fragmented and underfunded DoD civilian recruiting efforts
  • Competition from the private sector for AI talent
Target Market

Primary Agencies:

Department of Defense
Army DEVCOM GVSC
Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC)
Air Force Lifecycle Management Center

Use Cases:

  • Filling AI and STEM roles in DoD civilian positions
  • Attracting diverse candidates to national security careers
  • Increasing awareness of DoD opportunities among students
  • Providing mentorship and career support to students

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