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The Pacific Intelligence and Innovation Initiative (P3I) is working to create a skilled workforce to meet the demand within the Department of Defense (DoD) for intelligence, IT, cyber, electronic warfare, and data science professionals in Hawaiʻi.

Mission

P3I supports the development of career pathways, certificates and accreditations, internships, outreach and training programs to transition students, professionals and qualified personnel to Hawai‘i-based companies and Department of Defense. 

OUTCOMES & OBJECTIVES

Economic Growth for Hawaiʻi = Expanded Opportunities

Beyond hospitality and construction, advocating for Department of Defense careers in intelligence, data science, IT, electronic warfare, cybersecurity and more.

Foster Careers, Create Curricula

Through high school, two-/four-year degree programs, internships and placement into these career fields.

Increase Certifications & Training

Expand certificate and training programs to qualify for meaningful careers.

Maintain A Regional Presence

Expand programs, job fairs, workshops and more statewide.

Economic Impact of the Defense Sector in Hawaiʻi

$10B

of Defense Spending in Hawaiʻi

(Source: OLDCC, FY23)

20000+

Civilian jobs in the DOD

(Source: OLDCC, FY22)

7,000+

Intelligence positions available in Hawaiʻi

 (cyber, IT, data science, etc.)

$100000

average pay within IT career pathways (cyber, IT, data, etc.),

IT Career Salary Brochure

IN THE NEWS

P3I Launches Hawai‘i’s First VICEROY MAVEN Internship, Opening Doors to National Security Careers

August 12, 2025
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Kaua‘i Students Launch High-Tech Careers Through P3I Internships at PMRF

August 11, 2025
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Cracking the code: Local teens learn cybersecurity, earn college credit at Leeward CC

August 1, 2025
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P3I Opens Doors to Tech Careers for Hawaii’s Youth

August 1, 2025
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INDOPACOM Fall 2025 Internship Opportunities

July 17, 2025
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2025 Summer Interns

June 10, 2025
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Live • Work • Stay Hawai’i: Readiness Starts Here

May 14, 2025
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Keeping Talent in Hawai‘i

May 14, 2025
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Finding Early Career Opportunities Right Here at Home

May 13, 2025
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Seal of the Office of the Under Secretary for Defense (Research & Engineering)The Pacific Intelligence and Innovation Initiative (P3I) is managed by the Hawaii Defense Alliance and supported by Hawaiʻi congressional delegates. This program is funded through the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering OUSD(R&E). P3I is committed to supporting economic development in Hawaiʻi by creating jobs and opportunities for Hawaiʻi’s students, businesses and military.

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