The HELM (Hands-on Experiential Learning Model) is an internship program platform powered by Divergence Academy, to accelerate talent development in Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC), and AI-first operations.
🚀 The first track—Compliance Analyst Internships—is co-sponsored by 9brains, giving trained candidates real-world experience while helping companies tackle meaningful compliance projects.
🌱 Future tracks will serve other AI-Operator roles—and companies can request or co-sponsor customized cohorts.
Real-world experience aligned to ISO, CMMC, and AI governance—designed to launch your career in modern compliance.
HELM interns don’t just learn compliance—they apply it. From ISO frameworks to CMMC readiness and AI governance, our interns contribute to actual client projects that build audit-ready systems, operational documentation, and platform-based control mapping.
Assist in preparing documentation and control mapping aligned with CMMC Levels 1–2 for defense contractors. They support gap analysis, SSP/POA&M development, and readiness workflows under NIST 800-171.
Contribute to building AI governance frameworks, risk registers, and impact assessments aligned with ISO 42001. They use GPT-powered tools to draft policies and map controls across emerging AI systems.
Help design, document, and operationalize ISO 27001 controls, including asset inventories, access management, and incident response workflows. They work within GRID42 or client systems to support audit readiness.
Assist in crosswalking SCF controls to other standards like NIST, ISO, and CMMC. They build and maintain compliance matrices, evidence libraries, and internal control documentation to support unified security governance.
Companies can now sponsor a dedicated group of interns trained to support specific compliance or AI risk projects—ideal for:
💡 Sponsorships may lead to:
✔️ Project-based work
✔️ Short-term contract engagements
✔️ Full-time in-sourcing
Sponsorship Models:
Tracks can be requested or co-designed by hiring partners
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Must complete one of the immersive program at Divergence Academy
Apply for upcoming internship cycles
Get matched to projects via The HELM
Receive supervision, mentorship, and real-world validation
Book a discovery call
Select sponsorship model
Onboard a dedicated intern or intern team
Convert to FTE or contractor when ready
Whether you're upskilling your team or building your own career, our model goes beyond certifications. We combine industry-recognized credentials (ISACA, PECB) with immersive, AI-powered learning — then extend that value into real execution: audit readiness, documentation, project delivery, and staff augmentation.
